staircase

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Presiding magnificently over a grand staircase is Clément Ader’s Avion III, from 1897, one of the earliest airplanes, though it isn’t certain it ever left the ground.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026

The Met Gala is officially underway as A-list actors, global pop stars and tech titans alike grace the Metropolitan Museum’s grand staircase.

From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026

Coles Thomas Allen, 31, is accused of attempting to rush a staircase that led down to the ballroom where the White House Correspondents’ Dinner was taking place.

From Salon • May 1, 2026

The foyer is the epitome of luxury thanks to its grand staircase and shimmering chandelier.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 23, 2026

Powell inched toward the staircase, backing Bell up to the landing.

From "Chasing Lincoln's Killer" by James L. Swanson