Barbara holds the same distinction also held by first lady Abigail Adams––both were not only the wife of a president, but also the mother of another. And at age 63, Barbara was the oldest woman to become first lady and move into the White House.

After graduating from Harvard Law School, Michelle worked as a corporate lawyer for several years before changing paths to a career in public service. She founded the Chicago chapter of Public Allies, an AmeriCorps program that prepares young people for p

Hillary Rodham Clinton served as first lady throughout her husband Bill Clinton’s two terms in the years 1993-2001. The Clinton’s daughter, Chelsea, sometimes assisted Hillary with her first lady responsibilities.

Rosalynn Carter served as first lady throughout her husband Jimmy Carter’s single term in the years 1977-1981. Rosalynn was 49 years old when she became first lady.