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The birthplace home of President Bill Clinton illuminated at dusk. Photo: NPS Photo

President William Jefferson Clinton Birthplace Home National Historic Site

National Historic Site · Arkansas

Named for the father who died shortly before his birth, William Jefferson Blythe III later became the 42nd President of the United States.

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  • LocationHope, AR
  • Entrance No fee listed
  • HoursToday: 9:00AM - 4:30PM
  • Weather now75°F Light rain shower
  • Alerts No active alerts

In Hope, the experiences shared with his mother and grandparents in rural Arkansas developed the broad views on race relations, social justice, and public service that defined his presidency and life after the White House. For Bill Clinton, "Hope was home."

Topics
  • Architecture and Building
  • Birthplace
  • Civil Rights
  • Presidents
  • Schools and Education
  • Social Movements
Exterior of Visitor Center building with landscape surrounding
Exterior of Visitor Center from Hervey Street — NPS-WICL-2019

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  • Visitor Center

    President William Jefferson Clinton Birthplace Home National Historic Site Visitor Center

    Facility

    The visitor center, set in a two-story former residence next to the birthplace home, features an exhibit on the childhood of William Jefferson Clinton plus a Jefferson…

    415 W Division Street, Hope, AR (870) 777-4455 Directions

    Details
    The visitor center, set in a two-story former residence next to the birthplace home, features an exhibit on the childhood of William Jefferson Clinton plus a Jefferson National Parks Association (JNPA) bookstore. Visitors can park vehicles along W. Division Street; accessible and large-vehicle parking (RVs, buses) is available on W. 2nd Street.

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Hours

Today: 9:00AM - 4:30PM · President William Jefferson Clinton Birthplace Home National Historic Site

Hours details
  • President William Jefferson Clinton Birthplace Home National Historic SiteToday: 9:00AM - 4:30PM

    The President William Jefferson Clinton Birthplace Home NHS Visitor Center is closed on Thursdays, New Year's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. The NHS grounds and the Virginia Clinton Kelley Memorial Garden are open daily for public visitation and use from sunrise until sunset.

    Monday9:00AM - 4:30PM
    Tuesday9:00AM - 4:30PM
    Wednesday9:00AM - 4:30PM
    ThursdayClosed
    Friday9:00AM - 4:30PM
    Saturday9:00AM - 4:30PM
    Sunday9:00AM - 4:30PM

Entrance fees

No entrance fees listed.

Address

117 South Hervey Street
Hope, AR 71801

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Weather & conditions

75°F
Light rain shower · feels like 80°
  • Today 78° 71°
    Light rain shower
    92% rain
  • Tomorrow 71° 65°
    Overcast
    75% rain
  • Sunday 86° 67°
    Overcast
    11% rain

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What to expect by season

Average temperatures in Hope can range from 30ºF to 60ºF in winter, 40ºF to 80ºF in the spring, 65ºF to 95ºF in summer, and 50ºF to 75ºF in the fall. Humidity in late spring, summer and early fall can make temperatures feel hotter and lead to dehydration or heatstroke. We recommend that visitors in these seasons dress comfortably and drink plenty of water to beat the heat. Inclement weather (tornadoes, thunderstorms) are possible at times, so check local weather conditions before your visit to Arkansas.

Photos

  • A view of the living room with a fireplace, rug, recliner and other furniture
    The living room inside the Clinton Birthplace Home — NPS Photo
  • A view of the formal living room features a tricycle, table and chairs, and radio
  • Memorial garden for his mother, Virginia

Getting There

117 South Hervey Street
Hope, AR 71801

President William Jefferson Clinton Birthplace Home NHS is located in Hope, Arkansas - approx. 30 miles from Texarkana (Texas/Arkansas), 114 miles from Little Rock, Arkansas & 209 miles from Dallas, Texas. From I-30, use Exit 30 and travel south on Hwy 278 (Hervey Street) for approximately 2 miles.

Full directions

The Birthplace Home is on your left at the corner of W .2nd Street and S Hervey Street; the Visitor Center is located on Division Street (immediately northeast of the Birthplace Home).

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Mailing address: P.O. Box 550, Hope, AR 71802

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