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Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
Accessibility

Things to Know About Handicap Accessibility

Parking

Main Lot: Handicap parking is located at the west end of the parking lot near the Visitor Center.

Handicap Parking for Old Orchard Museum is located to the east of the building.

Buildings

The Visitor Center, including the retail store, and rest rooms are handicap accessible.

The Old Orchard Museum and rest rooms within the building are handicap accessible.

The Theodore Roosevelt Home is not handicap accessible. Visitors unable to enter the President's home may view a video narrated by Ethel Roosevelt Derby, Theodore Roosevelt's daughter, showing the interior of the house.

Services Provided

Wheelchair: Any visitor with mobility problems may borrow a wheelchair from the Visitor Center at no charge. The wheelchair is available on a first- come first-served basis, and we ask to keep a driver's license or other ID card as a deposit while the wheelchair is in your possession.

Rides in Electric Vehicles: Any visitor with mobility problems may request a ride to any area of the Park in an electric vehicle. These vehicles, driven by NPS Rangers, can accommodate up to three visitors at once. Ask any staff member about this service.

The Stony Man Mining Company issued stock certificates as depicted here.  

Did You Know?
Skyland was established by the owners of a bankrupt copper mining company as an attempt to recoup their financial losses. Copper was originally mined at Stony Man and charcoal to fuel the smelter was made on the lower terrace where the conference hall stands today.

Last Updated: December 04, 2008 at 15:21 EST