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Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site1901 illustration of Theodore Roosevelt as he takes the oath of office in the library of the Ansley Wilcox home.
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Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site
September 14:  The Anniversary of TR's 1901 Inauguration
 
A re-enactor portrays Theodore Roosevelt.
Theodore Roosevelt was inaugurated as the 26th President of the United States in Buffalo, NY on September 14, 1901.  The TR Inaugural Site begins its annual commemoration with an inaugural reenactment at the Site. The Site is also proud to host a U.S. Naturalization Ceremony with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Call 716-884-0095 for details.
Theodore Roosevelt c. 1900.
History
Find out why Theodore Roosevelt became president in Buffalo in 1901.
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The Wilcox family dining room.
Special Events
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Sagamore Hill, home of Theodore Roosevelt  

Did You Know?
Theodore Roosevelt had begun construction of his Long Island home for his first wife, Alice Lee, but she never lived to see it completed.
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Last Updated: February 27, 2007 at 13:37 EST