Fun Facts About Grace Coolidge
Grace Coolidge, First Lady from 1923–1929, was the cheerful, sporty, animal-loving wife of “Silent Cal” Coolidge. She was basically the sunshine in the White House while her super-quiet husband ran the country. Here are ten kid-friendly fun facts about the amazing Grace Coolidge!
- She Was a Teacher for Deaf Children
Before marrying Calvin, Grace taught at a school for deaf students and even used sign language at White House events! - She Had a Pet Raccoon Named Rebecca
Rebecca the raccoon lived in the White House, had her own bathtub, and sometimes walked on a leash—cutest pet ever! - She Was a Huge Baseball Fan
Grace went to Opening Day games every year and once caught a foul ball—total sports superstar! - She Loved Fashion and Bright Colors
While everyone wore boring black-and-white, Grace rocked red dresses and became a 1920s fashion icon! - She Could Whistle Like a Pro
Grace whistled entire songs perfectly—imagine the First Lady whistling “Yankee Doodle” in the White House! - She Kept a Pet Goose and Two Lions (!!)
Besides Rebecca, she had a goose named Enoch and once borrowed two lion cubs named Tax Reduction and Budget Bureau! - She Was the First First Lady on the Cover of TIME Magazine
In 1924, Grace made the cover—big deal when women rarely got the spotlight! - She Played Catch on the White House Lawn
Grace and Calvin tossed baseballs back and forth almost every day—presidential recess! - She Saved the White House China Again
Grace added beautiful new Lenox china with scenic designs—still used for fancy dinners today! - She Stayed Graceful Even When Calvin Was Super Quiet
At parties, when Calvin said almost nothing, Grace chatted and laughed for both of them—teamwork!
