The American Presidents and Shakespeare
On April 23, 1932, Shakespeare-lovers from around the country flocked to Washington, D.C., to attend the dedication of the handsome new...
William J. Clinton
- Artist
- Simmie Knox
- Date of Work
- 2004
- Type
- Portrait
- Credit
- White House Collection/White House Historical Association
William J. Clinton
This portrait of President Bill Clinton was painted by renowned artist Simmie Knox in 2004 after Clinton left office. Knox, who also painted a portrait of First Lady Hillary Clinton, became the first African American selected to complete an official White House portrait. A former governor of Arkansas, Clinton served as president from January 20, 1993 until January 20, 2001.
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