The Childhood Home of a Renowned President

This is the boyhood home of the first U.S. president to be born in New York City. Raised in a townhouse at 28 E. 20th St., Theodore Roosevelt would grow up to be our 26th President and become immortalized on Mount Rushmore. However, he started life as a sickly yet bright boy who exercised to improve his health and began a lifelong passion for the "strenuous life."

A street sign that reads "Theodore Roosevelt Way"
Plan Your Visit

Planning to visit Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace NHS? Start here!

Two women are standing in a room while a ranger gives a tour.
Guided Tours

You must be on a guided tour to see the upstairs portion of the house.

A black and white image of Mittie Bulloch Roosevelt wearing a hat and looking at the camera.
Spotlight: Women's History Month

Learn more about the Roosevelt women!

Image of TR's neighborhood-LOC
Directions and Transportation

Click here for more details on how to find Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace!

Image of construction to 28 E. 20th st.
The story of the re-created birthplace.

Learn the story behind the re-created structure you can tour today!

Last updated: March 8, 2025

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Mailing Address:

28 East 20th Street
New York, NY 10003

Phone:

(212) 260-1616

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