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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 photographers 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.

10/21/2025

JOIN US!
WHNPA members are gathering
THURSDAY, 23 OCTOBER 2025
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM

The Board Room
1737 Connecticut Ave NW,
Washington, DC 20009

Pizza will be provided by

09/30/2025

THURSDAY NIGHT 6:30-8:00PM

Friend to the WHNPA, will open a show his work with fellow photojournalist at the

AMERICAS
Peter van Agimael & Wesaam Al-Badry
October 2. 2025- January 25. 2026
Corcoran School, 500 I/th St NW #7, Washington, DC 20006

09/29/2025

TUESDAY NIGHT

JEAN PIERRE LAFFONT’S
NEW YORK NOIR
OPENING October 2, 2025, 6pm - 8 pm
DURATION September - December 2025
CONTACT leicastore.dc@leica-camera.com
“When I arrived as a young Frenchman in 1964, New York City was chaotic, dirty, gritty, loud and dangerous, but it was also attractive, provocative, brave, enchanting, joyous and free. “New York Noir” is inspired by the 1940 Film Noir. It is filled with a sense of danger, it is violent and upbeat, simple and timeless, like my New York.
Everything seemed possible and vibrant. I hated it one day and loved it the next. I responded to the city with my heart and never stopped capturing the monumental mess that it is and the exhilaration it provokes.
All my wildest dreams came true in New York, and I hope my photos captured a city that I viewed critically but affectionally and to which I bear an immense gratitude.”
— Jean Pierre Laffont
© Jean Pierte Latfont World Trade Center, Manhattan, NYC October, 1975.
Leica Store Washington DC | 977 F Street, NW

09/15/2025

LAST CALL -- TICKET SALES END THIS FRIDAY

Tickets to the 2025 'Eyes Of History®' Gala are still available but sales will end Friday at midnight. Get your tickets to the September 27 awards event today!

https://whnpa.ticketspice.com/white-house-news-photographers-association-annual-eyes-of-history-gala

09/04/2025

Freelance and Independent Photographers: Use the discount code to buy tickets at a reduced price for this month’s ‘Eyes of History’ ®️ Gala. Link in bio!

08/27/2025

RSVP NOW! Join us TONIGHT our general membership meeting! We need your voice to be part of the organization's important business, including our annual board election and voting to update our association’s bylaws – all while enjoying some pizza & beer!

RSVP HERE: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeMynIeO3I94ZiWTtY0Br8wPAx3-z4ob2k3bUfOgxyvnm_ISA/viewform?fbclid=PAdGRleAMb5f9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABp9-eSNmmr46ddG6QUD2mPWlV1ZpzIcCzQW1dOwr16dAymBkiLLKOLTAPoa_5_aem_BhpqtQOPEBNmwJUrX6rHSw

What: WHNPA General Membership Meeting
When: 6:30PM Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Where: The National Press Building, 2nd Floor Conference Area

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!

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!

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!

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

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

Address

PO Pox 7119 Ben Franklin Station
Washington D.C., DC
20044

Website

http://www.whnpa.org/

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