In 2008, Harry S Truman National Historic Site celebrated its 25th anniversary as a unit of the National Park Service. The site remains dedicated to the preservation and interpretation of the Truman Home for the enjoyment of future generations. The latest project continues our work to keep the structure and original furnishings in good condition, with the installation of a more efficient heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) system and new fire suppression system.
The work will proceed in two phases:
- Phase 1 - Wallpaper and plaster repairs will be made in areas where damaged plaster has compromised wall and ceiling stability. Currently Underway
- Phase 2 - Installation of new HVAC and sprinkler systems.
Minimizing the damage to original Truman Home building materials is a top priority of the National Park Service. This is achieved by carefully selecting where new ductwork and water pipes will be placed. As much as possible, the new HVAC system will follow old ductwork paths and recessed sprinkler heads will be located in places that do not detract from the visitors’ view of each room.
To learn more about the preservation and construction work in the Truman Home, please click on the links below.
Additional links will be added as work progresses.
A Time Capsule: Packing the 2nd Floor Artifacts
Ceiling Plaster Stabilization
This construction project is part of the National Park Service Centennial Initiative, introduced in May 2007 by the Secretary of the Interior. The initiative is a nine-year plan to improve facilities and services in the National Park Service for the 100th anniversary of the agency in 2016.
