Raised in a townhouse at 28 E. 20th St., Theodore Roosevelt would grow up to be our 26th President and become immortalized on Mount Rushmore. However, he started life as a sickly yet bright boy who exercised to improve his health and began a lifelong passion for the "strenuous life."
Photo: Kevin Daley
Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site
This is the boyhood home of the first U.S. president to be born in New York City.
- LocationNew York, NY
- Entrance No fee listed
- HoursToday: 10:00AM - 4:00PM
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Weather now72°F Patchy rain nearby
- Alerts No active alerts
Overview
Things to Do
2 activities. Pick one to find other parks that offer it.
Facilities & Services
Find visitor centers and other services available in the park. Check current hours and availability before you go.
Visitor Centers
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Visitor Center
Visitor Center
Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace Visitor Center is located within Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace. The visitor center includes an information desk, a book/gift store…
Details
Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace Visitor Center is located within Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace. The visitor center includes an information desk, a book/gift store, exhibits, lockers, and bathrooms.
Plan Your Visit
Hours
Today: 10:00AM - 4:00PM · Park Hours
Hours details
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Park HoursToday: 10:00AM - 4:00PM
Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site is open Wednesday through Sunday. The park is open on federal holidays except for the following: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day & New Year's Day.
Monday unknown Tuesday unknown Wednesday 10:00AM - 4:00PM Thursday 10:00AM - 4:00PM Friday 10:00AM - 4:00PM Saturday 10:00AM - 4:00PM Sunday 10:00AM - 4:00PM
Entrance fees
No entrance fees listed.
Address
28 East 20th StreetNew York, NY 10003
Contact the park
Weather & conditions
72°F
Patchy rain nearby · feels like 70°
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Today
86° 65°
Overcast39% rain -
Tomorrow
74° 62°
Sunny5% rain -
Sunday
65° 61°
Patchy rain nearby71% rain
Updated 2 hr ago
What to expect by season
Spring: Temperatures range from 30F-70F. Mostly sunny, Rainfall average: 3 inches. Summer: Temperatures range from 60F-80F. Mostly sunny. Rainfall average: 4.5 inches. Fall: Temperatures range from 30F-70F. Mostly sunny. Rainfall averages 3-4 inches. Some snow might occur. Winter: Temperatures range from 20F-40F. Snowfall averages 12 days (December-February).
Upcoming Events
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House Tour
About
Take a tour of 5 recreated period rooms and learn about Theodore Roosevelt's early life in New York City!
Getting There
New York, NY 10003
Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site is located in Manhattan at 28 East 20th Street, between Park Avenue South and Broadway.
Mailing address: 28 East 20th Street, New York, NY 10003
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