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Herbert Hoover National Historic Site
Triumphs and Tragedies
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Herbert Hoover believed that a child who grows up in a life of adversity takes a path of unimaginable experiences of endurance and perseverance.
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| Herbert Hoover NHS Collection | | Herbert (in the center), his sister Mary (left), and his brother Theodore (right) were split up among relatives after the deaths of both of their parents. |
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Experiences as an orphan at an early age left a lasting impression on Herbert Hoover that led him to help children throughout his life. Though Herbert Hoover was separated from his older brother Theodore and younger sister Mary at an early age, their “family connection” was never broken. As they grew to adulthood, they became an extended family with additions of husband, wives, and children. Herbert Hoover’s life in Oregon with his uncle’s strict and structured lifestyle gave Herbert perseverance and strength to pursue his dreams and succeed in life. A person never knows what path their life will take them down and how that one life can make a difference in the world.
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Volunteer
Volunteering gives you hands-on experience working with the public, park staff, and park resources.
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National Public Lands Day
Volunteer to restore native tallgrass prairie on National Public Lands Day.
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Artist-in-Residence Program
About the program, artists, and how to apply.
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Did You Know?
Herbert Hoover was an avid fisherman. He'd often don a jacket, tie, and hat along with his waders and gear while fly-fishing. "All men are equal before fish," he wrote.
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Last Updated: October 24, 2007 at 13:05 EST |
