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Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site
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Lower Gallery at Theodore Roosevelt Birhplace NHS

Lower Gallery at Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace NHS

A tour of the Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace includes five period rooms and two museum galleries. The restored period rooms are the library, dining room, parlor, nursery, and master bedroom.

The function of these rooms and various artifacts in the rooms will be discussed in terms of their significance in Theodore Roosevelt's life.

The two museum galleries contain a wealth of Roosevelt memorabilia, including family photographs, political cartoons and his Rough Rider uniform. Roosevelt's political career and his activities as an outdoorsman will be discussed in these areas.

 
James Foote as Theodore Roosevelt

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Theodore Roosevelt re-enactor James Foote on the steps of Roosevelt's childhood home.

Living History

Noted Theodore Roosevelt re-enactor James Foote will return to Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site on Oct. 8 & 10, 2008 for an 11 a.m. performance each day.

His lifelong admiration of TR as well as his extensive knowledge of the man enable students to connect with one of America's most dynamic presidents in a unique way.

General George G. Meade  

Did You Know?
Major General George Gordon Meade, commander of the Union "Army of the Potomac" at the Battle of Gettysburg, was assigned to command the army just three days before the battle. He was honored in 1896 with an equestrian statue at Gettysburg National Military Park.

Last Updated: October 09, 2008 at 10:25 EST