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Herbert Hoover National Historic Site
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Herbert Hoover National Historic Site is the story of one man's interactions with others. Growing up in West Branch, Herbert saw his parents, family, and others in leadership roles, which instilled in him a drive to become a leader and a success. He was influenced greatly by the Quaker belief in the equality of all people, regardless of race, gender, or creed, as illustrated by equality within the Quaker community and exemplified by his own remarkable relief efforts. Herbert's experiences as an orphan at an early age left a lasting impression on him. That impression led him to help children throughout his life.
Herbert Hoover, his wife Lou Henry Hoover, and their family shaped this presidential memorial area to present a fuller picture of Hoover's life. The park's landscape and historic furnishings are an effort to commemorate and celebrate Herbert Hoover’s accomplishments and ideals.
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Take a virtual tour Learn more about the historic buildings and landscape with an online tour. more... | | Photo Gallery Browse contemporary scenes and pictures of the National Historic Site. more... | |
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Did You Know?
In 1874, the year Herbert Hoover was born, Ernest Shackleton (an early Antarctic explorer), Honus Wagner (one of the greatest baseball players in history), Harry Houdini (a famous professional magician), and Robert Frost (Pulitzer Prize winning poet) were also born.
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Last Updated: November 15, 2007 at 13:18 EST |