On November 25, 1913, Jessie Woodrow Wilson married Francis B. Sayre in an elaborate ceremony held at the White House. There was such a fascination with the Wilson family that people came from hundreds of miles away to stand outside in hopes of catching a glimpse of the bride. Here are 14 photos that tell the story of a very special day in our nation's capitol.
Photo shows crowd outside the White House on the wedding day of Jessie Woodrow Wilson, daughter of President Wilson who married Francis Bowes Sayre in a White House ceremony on November 25, 1913. Hit Next Page to see the rest of the photos...
A portrait of a young Jessie Woodrow Wilson in 1905.
Jessie and her fiance Frances B. Sayre.
Everyone dressed up as if they were themselves guests for the wedding.
Wilson-Sayre Wedding Cake before being presented to the guests.
Wilson wedding cake with full decoration and on display.
These two photos show the small altar that was created for the marriage ceremony.
A close-up view of the beautiful area set aside for the matrimonial ceremony.
Jessie's bridesmaids wore very interesting dresses that were paired with crowns!
Jessie on her wedding day.
The full wedding party on the wedding day, just after the ceremony. What a family!
F.B. Sayre and Jessie with their first born.
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