Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site
National Historic Site ยท New York
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Historic house in Buffalo, New York
Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site preserves the Ansley Wilcox House, at 641 Delaware Avenue in Buffalo, New York. Here, after the assassination of William McKinley, Theodore Roosevelt took the oath of office as President of the United States on September 14, 1901. A New York historical marker outside the house indicates that it was the site of Theodore Roosevelt's Inauguration.
About Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site
As president, Theodore Roosevelt created protections for ordinary citizens, began regulation of big business, and made the US a major force in international affairs. Yet one of the most important presidencies in America's history nearly didn't happen. See the place where a brief, emotional, and improvised ceremony in Buffalo, NY brought TR into office, and forever altered the nation.
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Operating Hours
Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site
Museum visit is by guided tour only. Tours begin every hour at the bottom of the hour, starting at 9:30 a.m. on weekdays and at 12:30 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. The last tour begins at 3:30 p.m. every day. RESERVATIONS ARE STRONGLY RECOMMENDED. To make reservations, visit TRSite.org. Walk-ins will be accommodated only as space permits. Closed on New Year's Eve, New Year's Day, Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
| mon | tue | wed | thu | fri | sat | sun |
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| 9:30AM - 3:30PM | 9:30AM - 3:30PM | 9:30AM - 3:30PM | 9:30AM - 3:30PM | 9:30AM - 3:30PM | 11:30AM - 3:30PM | 11:30AM - 3:30PM |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to enter Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site?
Timed Entry Reservation - Location: $12.00. Museum visits are by guided tour only. Due to limited space on each guided tour, pre-paid reservations are strongly recommended. Tours scheduled hourly, beginning at 9:30 a.m. weekdays and 11:30 p.m. weekends. Last tour at 3:30 p.m. For groups of ten or more, advance reservations are required. Minimum two weeks' notice, please. Call 716-884-0095.
What are the best activities at Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site?
Popular activities at Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site include: Arts and Culture, Food, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Tours - Walking, Hands-On, Living History, First Person Interpretation, Junior Ranger Program.
What is the weather like at Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site?
Summer tends to be mild but humid. Fall moderate temperatures. Winters can have prolonged cold spells and be snowy, with occasional periods of intense snow. Spring mild and rainy.
How do I get to Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site?
The TR Inaugural Site is located on the north edge of downtown Buffalo on Delaware Avenue, between Allen and North Streets. Free parking is available to the rear. For details, see http://www.nps.gov/thri/planyourvisit/directions.htm
Entrance Fees
Museum visits are by guided tour only. Due to limited space on each guided tour, pre-paid reservations are strongly recommended. Tours scheduled hourly, beginning at 9:30 a.m. weekdays and 11:30 p.m. weekends. Last tour at 3:30 p.m. For groups of ten or more, advance reservations are required. Minimum two weeks' notice, please. Call 716-884-0095.
Weather
Summer tends to be mild but humid. Fall moderate temperatures. Winters can have prolonged cold spells and be snowy, with occasional periods of intense snow. Spring mild and rainy.
Directions
The TR Inaugural Site is located on the north edge of downtown Buffalo on Delaware Avenue, between Allen and North Streets. Free parking is available to the rear. For details, see http://www.nps.gov/thri/planyourvisit/directions.htm
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