Education

National Parks are America's largest classrooms. We offer several options for educators, from ranger guided house tours to distance learning and classroom materials. We can also come into your classroom in-person or virtually, with lessons offered asynchronously or in real-time.

Application for Academic Waiver of Entrance Fees

 

Need to Make a Reservation

Contact the FDR Library for directions, reservations for both Presidential Library and National Park Service educational programs, additional information, or to arrange a complimentary teacher's pre-visit admission pass.

Telephone: [phone]
E-mail: e-mail us

Read about the Education Programs offered by the staff of the Roosevelt Library and National Archives. Visit www.nps.gov/hofr for information about programs offered by the National Park Service related to the Roosevelt-Vanderbilt National Historic Sites.

National Park Service Contact - Mike Autenrieth at 845-444-9167 (Sunday - Thursday).
Reservations must be made at least 2 weeks in advance.

 

Ranger in a Classroom

Overview 

A National Park Service Ranger will come to your classroom to do lessons on the National Park Service, Eleanor Roosevelt and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Students will explore parks around the country and get an in-depth look at Eleanor Roosevelt’s home and her influence as a humanitarian. Available to all 4th and 5th grade classrooms.  

Scheduling and Registration 

Ranger programs are available by reservation. Requests must be received 2 weeks prior to your intended visit. To make a reservation for your ranger in a classroom program, contact Mike Autenrieth by email or by phone [phone].