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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
Traveling Trunks
 

Trunks can be borrowed for a two week period of time free of charge. Reservations should be made at least a month in advance.

The pick-up and return of all material is the responsibility of the borrower.

Victorian Toy Trunk

Ideal for grades pre-K through six. This trunk contains various toys popular in the late 19th century. These include: marbles, tops, ball-in-cup games, slates, hoop and stick and many others. A teachers' guide provides more information and instructions.

Victorian Clothing Trunk

Clothing made to fit fourth and fifth graders (or younger). These trunks contain reproduction clothing and accessories from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. A book is included that outlines clothing styles during that period. The trunks contain girls' and boys' outfits.

Victorian Architecture Trunk

Recommended for sixth grade and up. This trunk contains samples of architectural features found in many 19th century homes. Plaster models, textured wallpaper, mounted pictures; slides, games and other activities are included in the trunk along with a teachers' guide.

Theodore Roosevelt Trunk

This trunk contains objects, books and activities pertaining to the life and many careers of our 26th president. Highlighted areas include his childhood, his years as a rancher in the Dakota Territory, his stint as a soldier during the Spanish-American War, his presidency and family life. Recommended for fourth grade and up.



The Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural Site's Traveling Trunks were updated/created through a grant from the Junior League of Buffalo. We wish to acknowledge their contribution and thank them for their generosity.

Theodore Roosevelt c. 1900.
History
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The Wilcox family dining room.
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Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural NHS in Buffalo, NY.  

Did You Know?
Theodore Roosevelt was inaugurated in this home in Buffalo, NY in 1901. However, the same building had been the home of Zachary Taylor's daughter in the 1840's, and the home of Grover Cleveland's law partner in the 1860's.
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Last Updated: July 25, 2006 at 00:31 EST