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Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site
For Teachers
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| Lower Gallery at Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace NHS |
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A tour of the Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace includes five period rooms and two museum galleries. The restored period rooms are the library, dining room, parlor, nursery, and master bedroom.
The function of these rooms and various artifacts in the rooms will be discussed in terms of their significance in Theodore Roosevelt's life.
The two museum galleries contain a wealth of Roosevelt memorabilia, including family photographs, political cartoons and his Rough Rider uniform. Roosevelt's political career and his activities as an outdoorsman will be discussed in these areas.
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| NPS Photo | | Theodore Roosevelt re-enactor James Foote on the steps of Roosevelt's childhood home. |
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Living History
Noted Theodore Roosevelt re-enactor James Foote will return to Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site on for an 11 a.m. performance each day.
His lifelong admiration of TR as well as his extensive knowledge of the man enable students to connect with one of America's most dynamic presidents in a unique way.
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Did You Know?
Over 340 structures in Shenandoah National Park are listed in the National Register of Historic Places because of their significance both for architecture and their contribution to understanding the broad themes of American History?
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Last Updated: October 09, 2008 at 10:25 EST |
