White House News Photographers Association

White House News Photographers Association The WHNPA is a 100-year-old not-for-profit organization dedicated to supporting the efforts of Washington’s professional visual journalists.

In the early 1920s, when motion and still photographers started covering Washington newsmakers, the coverage was restricted and access to the business of government was limited. Even the speaker of the House of Representatives, Frederick Gillett, issued an order "denying photographers entry without written permission of the building superintendent." As a result, 17 camera and motion-picture photog

raphers who covered the daily activities of the president and the White House organized the White House News Photographers Association on June 13, 1921. Recognition of the organization came immediately as President Warren Harding set aside the first pressroom for photographers. The rest of official Washington soon followed and permitted access to events. The WHNPA's main goal is to protect and promote photographers' interests in pursuing their mission. Since the beginning of the association, our members have been covering events and activities of major world importance, traveling with presidents, photographing royalty, diplomats and newsmakers. They have been at the forefront of video and photographic technology, and they have recorded some of the world's greatest moments. Through the years, many of these images have become part of history. We may not know the historic significance of the images captured today, but history will. We know that history can be forever changed in the split second that a photographer decides to press the shutter or start the camera rolling; it is the defining moment that blends art with information.

NATS WIN!This year’s WHNPA baseball outing included a Washington Nationals win over the San Diego Padres, 4-2! Thanks to...
07/20/2025

NATS WIN!
This year’s WHNPA baseball outing included a Washington Nationals win over the San Diego Padres, 4-2! Thanks to all who joined us!

TONIGHTWHNPA Happy Hour!When: This Thursday, June 26 at 5:30Where: Union Pub, 201 Mass Ave NECome for the drinks, stay f...
06/26/2025

TONIGHT

WHNPA Happy Hour!
When: This Thursday, June 26 at 5:30
Where: Union Pub, 201 Mass Ave NE

Come for the drinks, stay for the community!

WHNPA Happy Hour!When: This Thursday, June 26 at 5:30Where: Union Pub, 201 Mass Ave NECome for the drinks, stay for the ...
06/22/2025

WHNPA Happy Hour!
When: This Thursday, June 26 at 5:30
Where: Union Pub, 201 Mass Ave NE

Come for the drinks, stay for the community!

WHNPA HAPPY HOURJoin us MAY 29 at for the unofficial kickoff of summer with friends and colleagues. If you’re intereste...
05/24/2025

WHNPA HAPPY HOUR

Join us MAY 29 at for the unofficial kickoff of summer with friends and colleagues.

If you’re interested in joining the WHNPA then check out the link in our bio and join us for drinks and appetizers.

WHAT: WHNPA HAPPY HOUR
WHEN: Thursday May 29
WHERE: Immigrant Food, 1701 Penn NW
WHO: WHNPA members and their guests

SAVE THE DATE: MAY 31Our jobs are hard on joints and muscles. So, join us for our second annual STRETCH & STRENGTH class...
05/19/2025

SAVE THE DATE: MAY 31

Our jobs are hard on joints and muscles. So, join us for our second annual STRETCH & STRENGTH class, a FREE session with a physical therapist who will show you everyday ways to add strength and increase flexibility!

On Saturday morning, May 31, 2025, join us at 9AM on the Hi-Lawn @ Union Market for guided instruction on stretching and strengthening your body under the guidance of Orthopedic Clinical Specialist Erica Weixel (PT, DPT). Wear comfortable clothes and bring an exercise mat, but it isn't necessary. We’ll have drinks on the rooftop at the conclusion of the event.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdiEsub5YzIBDfQQlczVPyfUpsN0oWDHowb0_oyVAO2SG7a1A/viewform?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAafh7B8hyAMHvSK1J4Yx4mHfhGIZNBtOC71ZcH4nGyCb46VaLvsCAoIwkvPbiw_aem_4HnlELpswl4PHzzcoTzUHA

WE HAVE A NEW DATE FOR THE NATIONALS GAME!After listening to our members' feedback about what works best with most sched...
05/14/2025

WE HAVE A NEW DATE FOR THE NATIONALS GAME!

After listening to our members' feedback about what works best with most schedules, we have decided to move our Washington Nationals baseball outing to a different date.

So, please join us for a night at Nationals Park as the Washington Nationals take on the on the San Diego Padres on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at 6:45 PM!

Tickets for those who sign up ahead of time are still just $10 — but before we lock them in, we need to know who’s in!

If you're still interested in joining us for this awesome night out, then please ONCE AGAIN fill out the Google Form as soon as possible so we can secure our seating.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfUrj2VK97h3wiA1pC_KrzYyzzIIDgfpenu-D6Xl6FHDOoi2w/viewform

Looking forward to a great night, and it's good to remember that Metro is very easy to use when going to see the Nats win!

Photographers, how's your neck doing? Audio techs, how are your backs feeling? Sore shoulders and wrists from too much t...
05/14/2025

Photographers, how's your neck doing? Audio techs, how are your backs feeling? Sore shoulders and wrists from too much time on the computer editing video and photos? This job can sometimes beat you down and wear you out.

After the success of last year's STRETCH & STRENGTH class we are again offering our members a FREE session with a physical therapist who will show you everyday ways to add strength and increase flexibility.

Meet us Saturday morning, May 31, 2025, on the Hi-Lawn rooftop green space at Union Market for guided instruction on stretching and strengthening your body under the guidance of Orthopedic Clinical Specialist Erica Weixel (PT, DPT). Wear comfortable clothes and bring an exercise mat, but it isn't necessary. We'll have drinks on the rooftop at the conclusion of the event.

WHAT: STRETCH & STRENGTH SESSION with the WHNPA
WHEN: Saturday, May 31, 2025 - 9AM-11AM
WHERE: The Hi-Lawn @ Union Market District, 1309 5th Street NE
WHO: WHNPA Members and their guests.

Please sign up online at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdiEsub5YzIBDfQQlczVPyfUpsN0oWDHowb0_oyVAO2SG7a1A/viewform

Save the Date: The annual ‘Eyes of History’ gala will be held September 27, 2025. Tickets will go on sale later this wee...
05/12/2025

Save the Date: The annual ‘Eyes of History’ gala will be held September 27, 2025. Tickets will go on sale later this week.

CONGRATULATIONS to member and Staff Photographer Doug Mills for winning this year’s Pulitzer Prize for Breaking News...
05/06/2025

CONGRATULATIONS to member and Staff Photographer Doug Mills for winning this year’s Pulitzer Prize for Breaking News Photography. Doug’s work behind the camera and lifelong dedication to mentoring young photojournalists is an example for us all to celebrate and follow.

03/18/2025

The 2025 ‘Eyes of History®’ winners in Best Digital Storytelling Package, Social/Mobile, Feature

A full list of winners and their work will be posted at whnpa.org (link in bio)

03/18/2025

The 2025 ‘Eyes of History®’ winners in Best Digital Storytelling Package, Social/Mobile, News

A full list of winners and their work will be posted at whnpa.org (link in bio)

03/18/2025

The 2025 ‘Eyes of History®’ winners in Best Digital Storytelling Package, In-Depth

A full list of winners and their work will be posted at whnpa.org (link in bio)

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