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Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site Admission and Guided Tour

Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site Admission and Guided Tour

Overview

Experience Theodore Roosevelt's unusual 1901 inauguration like never before. With a combination of historically restored rooms and interactive exhibits, you'll feel as if you are part of the events of that fateful September, while gaining a new perspective on the issues Roosevelt faced during his presidency.

City: Buffalo

Wed 25 Dec

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Starting at $12.83

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Wed 25 Dec

Starting at $12.83

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Guided tour

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Meeting point

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Buffalo
641 Delaware Ave,

This ticket must be exchanged for a direct entry ticket at the starting point of the attraction.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Free off-street parking is available behind the TR Site and is accessible from Delaware Avenue or Franklin Street
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas

What To Expect

Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site

Step back in time and into the world that Theodore Roosevelt knew, through a powerful, immersive experience of sight, sound and interaction. Walk where he walked, see and hear the challenges he faced, and get a sense of what it was like to lead our nation during such a pivotal time in its history. It's the dawn of a new century. Millions are traveling to Buffalo, NY, to join in the celebration of the 1901 Pan-American Exposition. Perhaps you'll try your hand at the Captains of Industry game, and see if you have what it takes to command an early 20th century business. Or maybe you'll crank the handle of the kinetoscope to watch a period film clip. No matter what you choose, you're sure to feel the excitement and optimism of a country on the forefront of innovation. Following a guided tour, you have the opportunity to learn from the past on your own and see how history is relevant in your life by considering the challenges and opportunities presented by the same issues today.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (50)

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lou1776

Aug 2020

As a national park service fan and social studies teacher, this place has been on my bucket list for quite some time. While 2020 has been an odd year for all of us, the recent reopening of this site could serve as the model of how museums can operate during times like this. Times reservations are available online, and only one household is permitted on a tour at once with a max of 6 people. There is metered parking up front and a parking lot directly behind the site for free. You’ll enter the visitor center and be greeted by the tour guides and rangers. There is an opening video that sets the tone for what the site is about. The gift shop is also located here, with arrows controlling crowd flow. This site is unique in that it covers a specific event in time rather than just preserving a home or telling a longer story. Our guide, Brandon was phenomenal. Can’t say enough about how informative he was. The tour begins as the story of the site does, at the Pan American Exposition in Buffalo where McKinley was fatally shot. From there you’ll tour the various rooms of the home. What’s great about this site for kids is that it’s very interactive, and despite not being totally accessible the site has been made as sanitized as possible. If you’re questioning going, leave those doubts behind and make a reservation. The team there is great, you can obtain your passport stamps there, and there are hand sanitizers in every room.

Response from Host

Aug 2020

Thank you so much for this very positive review. As the only park in the entire NPS system with a volunteer Board of Trustees who are charged with the management, maintenance, operations, planning, and interpretation of the TR Inaugural Site, and with no federal employees, I'm delighted to know you enjoyed your visit. And, the fact that you found the measures we have taken made you and your family comfortable is very reassuring. I'll be sure to share your review with both the staff and our volunteer leadership and I thank you so much for taking the time to share your observations. Best regards, Stanton H. Hudson, Jr., Executive Director

Julie B

Jan 2020

We opted for the tour and found it very enjoyable. The guide pretended to take us back in time to the Roosevelt era. He was very informative and made hearing the historical information fun. The home was beautiful. There was a gift shop in the lobby. Glad we stopped!

Response from Host

Mar 2020

We're also glad you stopped. Thank you for the positive feedback!

jwalkerbuffalousa

Jan 2020

Have been a presedential nerd since I was a kid. Love all the history of our presidents and obviously love my city. This place had a great guided tour and I learned some really fascinating new facts about the assassination of President Mckinley I was not aware of as well as new information about President Roosevelt again I was not aware of. Highly recommend this place for anyone interested in presidential history.

Response from Host

Mar 2020

Great to have a fellow Buffalonian pleased with our presentation. I hope you're signed up for our monthly e-newsletter. We have great programming and special events throughout the year.