Roosevelt Birthplace, NYC

Today was a gorgeous day to take a tour of the historic townhouse site where Theodore Roosevelt was born and spent his youth. Located on East 20th Street south of Madison Square Park, this row house is tucked away among taller neighbors. Typical of New York City houses, it has undergone many changes since its heyday in the 1850s (including conversion to commercial use, complete razing, and ultimate reconstruction by prominent citizens in 1919!!)

There are many wonders to behold within the walls of this National Historic Site, including a stuffed lion shot by Theodore Roosevelt.









 
Of course, we were more interested in the interiors than taxidermy, and took a few snapshots of a mantel, the stunning chandeliers, and some intricate moldings. 

If you are visiting New York City, you can schedule a tour of this intriguing site, that blends into the fabric of a bustling city: http://www.nps.gov/thrb/index.htm   And if you are a history buff, be sure to check out the new film by Ken Burns called: The Roosevelts - An Intimate Story", which aired September 14th. http://www.pbs.org/kenburns/films/the-roosevelts

Feeling more ambitious, and ready for a roadtrip? You could always visit the Presidential memorial in South Dakota: http://www.history.com/topics/us-presidents/mount-rushmore

Mount Rushmore, carved from granite, courtesy Wikipedia