In its 225-year history, the White House has seen a lot. If these walls could talk, they'd have plenty to say, as an entire arm, the East Wing, has been torn off to make room for President Trump's ballroom.

Satellite images show the White House before (left) and after demolition of the East Wing. Planet Labs PBC/AP

Change has always been a part of the White House's story. First lady Jacqueline Kennedy said as much during her famed televised tour of the mansion in 1962: "The house will always grow, and should," she said.

In 1792, George Washington chose Irish-born James Hoban's simple yet elegant design, in a competition that also included an entry by Thomas Jefferson.

This drawing by architect James Hoban won the competition to design the presidential residence in 1792. AP Pho

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