Virginia McLaurin is a 106-year-old woman from Washington, D.C. who has always wanted to meet the president of the United States and visit the White House. This past weekend, this dream came true as she finally was able to visit the White House as part of Black History Month celebrations. At the White House, McLaurin made the most of her visit as she enthusiastically greeted the president and first lady and even had a mini dance party with them.
What's the secret to still dancing at 106? Watch 106-year-old Virginia McLaurin fulfill her dream of visiting the White House and meeting President Obama. #BlackHistoryMonth
Posted by The White House on Sunday, February 21, 2016
McLauren was born in South Carolina in 1909, and has lived through two World Wars, the Civil Rights era, and the administrations of 18 presidents.
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