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Dolley Payne Todd Madison - First Lady

Dolley Madison (Dorothea Payne Todd Madison), First Lady 1809-1817, wife of James Madison, fourth President of the United States.

Dolley Madison Portrait
A portrait of Dolley Madison, part of a larger gallery of portraits of American First Ladies.

Biography
Biography on the official White House website.

Portrait (Library of Congress)
Adapted from a Gilbert Stuart portrait.

Refurbishing the White House
A few details about life in the White House: John and Abigail Adams as the first residents, a piece of charred timber from the burning of the White House during James and Dolley Madison's time in the White House, and renovation information from the Truman years.

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