White House Easter Egg Roll 2019 Best Moments: Photos

Monday marked the 141st annual Easter Egg Roll hosted by the White House in Washington D.C. Thousands of children spread across the South Lawn of the White House for a chance to participate in the long-standing Easter Monday egg hunt tradition hosted by presidents and first ladies for more than 140 years.

Originating under the Hayes administration in 1878, the Easter Egg Roll quickly became adopted as one of the nation's most iconic practices to mark the religious holiday.

While main responsibilities for planning the yearly egg roll festivities fall predominately on the first lady, President Donald Trump was in tow to show his support. After few political remarks, the president blew a golden whistle to signal the first round of egg hunts. Beyond the tradition of egg dying and rolling races, children were able to partake in a slew of activities like creating cards for U.S. troops and dancing.

Check out all the best photos from the 2019 White House Easter Egg Roll in Washington below:

Monday, April 22, 2019

President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump arrive for the annual White House Easter Egg Roll on the south lawn of the White House.

The Trumps greet children before the official start of the annual White House Easter Egg Roll.

President Trump blows the whistle to start a race during the annual White House Easter Egg Roll .

The Trumps watch as children push their eggs along with wooden spoons during the White House Easter Egg Roll.

Colored Easter eggs are ready for children eager to participate in the annual White House Easter Egg Roll.

Surrounded by "Be Best" signs referencing her signature cause, First Lady Melania Trump reads "The Wonderful Things You Will Do" to children during the annual White House Easter Egg Roll.

Guests take photos at the annual White House Easter Egg Roll .

Guests pick up free eggs at the annual White House Easter Egg Roll.

Joined by the Easter bunny and First Lady Melania Trump, President Trump speaks from the Truman Balcony of the White House.

AP contributed to this post.