Stories
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"My grandparents and my parents came here in a covered wagon. In this community they toiled and worshipped God. They lie buried on your hillside. The most formative years of my boyhood were spent here. My roots are in this soil. This cottage where I was born is physical proof of the unbounded opportunity of American life." Cultural Landscape If you were going to make a park to commemorate yourself, what would you like future generations to know? What values would you share? Learn more » Hoover as Secretary of Commerce Between 1921 and 1928, Herbert Hoover served as Secretary of Commerce in the Cabinets of two presidents: Harding and Coolidge. Learn more » Early Interest in Geology For a curious and enterprising young Herbert Hoover, the gravel beds of the railroad tracks brought a fascination with geology. Learn more » Hoover's 1928 Campaign Visit Considering the almost "round-the-clock" media coverage of speeches by modern day presidential candidates, Herbert Hoover was by comparison practically a political wallflower. Learn more » Hoover Fishing Story Pete Hoover, grandson of the 31st President, recalled lessons in fishing learned at his grandfather's side. Learn more » Hoover's Higher Education In 1891, 17-year old Bert Hoover enrolled in Stanford University determined to become a mining engineer. Learn more » Hoover's Dedication to Children's Causes The loss of both parents before his tenth birthday made Herbert Hoover deeply sympathetic to children in need. Learn more » Women in the Quaker Meeting George Fox, founder of the Religious Society of Friends in 17th century England, was quite forward thinking about the role of women in the Quaker faith. Learn more » |
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Lou Henry Hoover
At Herbert Hoover's side along what he called the "slippery road of public life" was his wife Lou. Read More
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Gravesite
When President Hoover died he was laid to rest five days later in this quiet, grassy hillside. Read More
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Curriculum Materials
Prepare for lessons, activities, or for a visit to Herbert Hoover National Historic Site. Read More
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Friends Meetinghouse
The Friends Meetinghouse expresses the values of the Quakers as practiced by the Hoover family. Read More
Did You Know?
As Secretary of Commerce in 1927, Herbert Hoover was the first person to appear on an intercity television broadcast. When television became more widespread, Hoover didn't watch it much except to see baseball games. More...