• Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace N.H.S.

    Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace

    National Historic Site New York

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  • The Upper Gallery is currently closed for renovations.

    These renovations will improve preservation of artifacts and enhance the visitor experience. The Lower Gallery has been reopened, its exhibits are methodically being returned. Period room tours are offered at the regularly scheduled times.

For Kids

T.R. with his family in 1903.

Theodore did an admirable job of balancing his responsibilities as a father to six children and his duties as the President of the United States. This 1903 photo captures T.R. and his family. (left to right: Quentin, Theodore, Theodore Jr., Archie, Alice, Kermit, Edith, Ethel.)

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Calling all Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts!

Visit our Park Fun page to find out how you can become an official scout ranger or girl scout ranger. Scouts can earn a certificate and/or a patch in recognition of their achievement!

  • Visit one of Theodore's homes. Visit one of Theodore's homes.

    Learn fun facts about the White House! Read More

  • Be an environmentalist like T.R. Be an environmentalist like T.R.

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Did You Know?

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Theodore's father was one of the founders of the American Museum of Natural History. In 1869, Theodore Roosevelt, Sr. along with the museum's other founders signed the museum's charter in the parlor of the Roosevelt home at 28 East 20th Street.