The White House·Nov 5, 2026, 5:51 PM ET

ESTABLISHMENT OF THE OVAL OFFICE NATIONAL MONUMENT

President Donald J. Trump signed a proclamation on November 5, 2026, designating the Oval Office as the Oval Office National Monument.
The monument includes the Oval Office (Room 110), the Outer Oval Office (Rooms 106 & 108), and the Cabinet Room (Room 105).
The declaration cites the room's unique historical significance, distinctive oval design, & enduring association with the Presidency as grounds for protection.
The Secretary of the Interior, through the National Park Service, is tasked with managing the monument to preserve its historic character & architectural integrity.
Management requirements include developing a preservation plan, documenting changes, & coordinating with the Committee for the Preservation of the White House.
The proclamation explicitly preserves the President's authority to redecorate, select furnishings, & make operational modifications that do not substantially impair the historic structure.
Existing statutory exemptions under the National Historic Preservation Act & Congressional authority over Federal property remain unchanged.