Sagamore Hill National Historic Site - Sagamore Hill NHS (U.S. National Park Service)

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Theodore Roosevelt's Home

Sagamore Hill was the home of Theodore Roosevelt, 26th President of the US, from 1885 until his death in 1919.

We are now operating on our off-season schedule. The Roosevelt Home is open for tours Wednesday through Sunday and it is closed Monday and Tuesday.

Theodore Roosevelt's 150th Birthday at Sagamore Hill

On October 26 & 27, 2008 Sagamore Hill will celebrate the 150th Birthday of Theodore Roosevelt. All Activities and Entertainment are FREE!

On Sunday, October 26th, Sagamore Hill will host a family festival. The festivities will kick off at 11:00AM and last until 4:00PM. The activities will include live music, live animal demonstrations, food and other entertainment for all ages.

On Monday, October 27th, Sagamore Hill will celebrate Theodore Roosevelt’s Birthday with a special appearance by the US Navy Band Northeast, who will perform on the front porch. In addition, there will be a keynote address presented by Tweed Roosevelt, Theodore Roosevelt’s Great Grandson. The Monday activities will begin at 11:30AM.

New Theodore Roosevelt Website launched by the National Park Service at: www.nps.gov/history/tr

For more information, read the press release.

Sagamore Hill Announces $775,000 for Preservation of Historic Structures

Sagamore Hill National Historic Site announces the kick-off of $775,000 in historic preservation and site enhancements this fall in the National Park Service’s on-going effort to protect and preserve the site’s historical resources and enhance the visitor experience. The work consists of three discreet projects: 1. Carriage Road stone wall restoration and preservation project; 2. Road and Visitor pathway paving project; 3. Historic Outbuilding preservation and re-roofing project.
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		Flag Folding On Sunday Afternoons It has become part of the traditon at Sagamore Hill for children to assist in taking down and folding the large U.S. flag that flies in front of President Roosevelt's house every Sunday afternoon. Why Sunday? Well, family visitation is highest on weekends, and that's probably why the Sagamore Hill volunteer who started this tradition - Brendan Casey - likes to spend his Sundays here talking to kids about Theodore Roosevelt and about patriotism. So if you would like to help our rangers and volunteers fold the flag this Sunday, or any afternoon you happen to visit, just ask and we would be glad of your help.

Secretary of Navy visits Sagamore Hill NHS

On May 7, 2008 Secretary of Navy Donald Winters visited Sagamore Hill NHS and presented Superintendent Tom Ross with a print of the Great White Fleet. This year marks the 100th Anniversary of the sailing of the Great White Fleet.

Write to

20 Sagamore Hill Road
Oyster Bay, New York 11771

Phone

Visitor Information
(516) 922-4788

Fax

(516) 922-4792

Climate

Summers in Oyster Bay are generally hot and humid. The Theodore Roosevelt home is not air-conditioned. The third floor of the house is subject to closure when the heat reaches dangerous levels.

Winters are generally cold and damp with moderate amounts of snow and ice. Sagamore Hill is usually closed when local school districts announce closures due to snow storms.

Please dress appropriately for the weather. Heavy coats, hats and gloves are recommended for winter; light jackets are usually adequate in spring and fall; and very light clothing is desirable in the summer. Good walking shoes (sneakers, boots, etc.) are recommended for all seasons.