Yet one of the most important presidencies in America's history nearly didn't happen. See the place where a brief, emotional, and improvised ceremony in Buffalo, NY brought TR into office, and forever altered the nation.
Photo: Mark Lozo
Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site
As president, Theodore Roosevelt created protections for ordinary citizens, began regulation of big business, and made the US a major force in international affairs.
- LocationBuffalo, NY
- Entrance $12 timed entry reservation - location
- HoursToday: 9:30AM - 3:30PM
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InformationSee TRSite.org for the latest updates on the tour schedule.
See TRSite.org for the latest updates on the tour schedule.
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Plan Your Visit
Hours
Today: 9:30AM - 3:30PM · Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site
Hours details
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Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic SiteToday: 9:30AM - 3:30PM
Museum visit is by guided tour only. Tours begin every hour at the bottom of the hour, starting at 9:30 a.m. on weekdays and at 12:30 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. The last tour begins at 3:30 p.m. every day. RESERVATIONS ARE STRONGLY RECOMMENDED. To make reservations, visit TRSite.org. Walk-ins will be accommodated only as space permits. Closed on New Year's Eve, New Year's Day, Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Monday 9:30AM - 3:30PM Tuesday 9:30AM - 3:30PM Wednesday 9:30AM - 3:30PM Thursday 9:30AM - 3:30PM Friday 9:30AM - 3:30PM Saturday 11:30AM - 3:30PM Sunday 11:30AM - 3:30PM
Entrance fees
- $12Timed Entry Reservation - Location
Fee details
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Timed Entry Reservation - Location$12
Museum visits are by guided tour only. Due to limited space on each guided tour, pre-paid reservations are strongly recommended. Tours scheduled hourly, beginning at 9:30 a.m. weekdays and 11:30 p.m. weekends. Last tour at 3:30 p.m. For groups of ten or more, advance reservations are required. Minimum two weeks' notice, please. Call 716-884-0095.
Address
Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural Site, 641 Delaware AvenueBuffalo, NY 14202
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Weather & conditions
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Summer tends to be mild but humid. Fall moderate temperatures. Winters can have prolonged cold spells and be snowy, with occasional periods of intense snow. Spring mild and rainy.
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Getting There
Buffalo, NY 14202
The TR Inaugural Site is located on the north edge of downtown Buffalo on Delaware Avenue, between Allen and North Streets. Free parking is available to the rear.
Full directions
For details, see http://www.nps.gov/thri/planyourvisit/directions.htm
Mailing address: Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural Site, Buffalo, NY 14202
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