Roosevelt's Little White House State Historic Site
Franklin Delano Roosevelt built the Little White House in 1932 while governor of New York, prior to being inaugurated as president in 1933. He first came to Warm Springs in 1924 hoping to find a cure for the infantile paralysis (polio) that had struck him in 1921. Swimming in the warm, buoyant spring waters brought him no miracle cure, but it did bring improvement. During FDR's presidency and the Great Depression, he developed many New Deal Programs (such as the Rural Electrification Administration) based upon his experiences in this small town.
While posing for a portrait on April 12, 1945, FDR suffered a stroke and died a short while later. Today, the unfinished portrait is featured in a new museum that showcases many exhibits, including FDR's 1938 Ford convertible with hand controls, his Fireside Chats playing over a 1930s radio, his stagecoach and a theater. Visitors can tour FDR's home, which has been carefully preserved very much as he left it.
A two-hour guided tour will be offered to groups of 15 to 20 people.
Info & Amenities
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Hours of Operation
Sunday: 9:00AM - 4:30PM
Monday: 9:00AM - 4:30PM
Tuesday: 9:00AM - 4:30PM
Wednesday: 9:00AM - 4:30PM
Thursday: 9:00AM - 4:30PM
Friday: 9:00AM - 4:30PM
Saturday: 9:00AM - 4:30PM
Admission & Fees
Adults $12
Child (under 6) $2
Group rates available for 20 or more with advance notice. please call 706-655-5870.
Seniors (62+) $10
Youth (ages 6-17) $7
Facility Amenities
Free Parking
Gift Shop
Guided Tours / Guide Available
Parking on Site
Public Restrooms
Self-guided Tours
General Information
Family-friendly
Group Amenities
Group-friendly
Suitable for Ages
All Ages
Events
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Jr. Ranger Camp Roosevelt
06/27/2018 - 06/27/2018
Historical, environmental and recreational education and activities are on the program in this one-day camp at Roosevelt's Little White House. For children ages 8 to 12.
9:00-9:30 a.m.: Arrival/Welcome - Admissions
9:30-10:55 a.m.: Tour of Site - Museum
Breakout Sessions: 11:00 a.m. 11:55 a.m.: Museum: Group 1 David Knot Tying Class
Lunch: 12:00 - 12:30- Bring a Sack Lunch
Breakout Sessions: 12:30 p.m.- 1:25 p.m.
Compass Orienteering Breakout Ses...
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Remembering WWII - Operation Market Garden
09/15/2018 - 09/15/2018
Bob Anzuoni of the Ft Gordon Signal Corps Museum will present a paratroopers view of the largest airdrop of soldiers in history. FDR portrayer James Fowler will speak in the theater on the conditions of the war.
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Your State Parks Day: Bridge and Sidewalk Refurbishing
09/29/2018 - 09/29/2018
Volunteers are being sought to help pressure wash the bridge and sidewalks on the entrance. We want to enlist your support to help with this project. Equipment will be provided. You may get wet, so bring an extra set of clothes or shoes.
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Houses For Heroes 3rd Annual Motorcycle Ride
10/06/2018 - 10/06/2018
Embark on a motorcycle ride from the Little White House to Columbus to raise funds for building houses for those military and public safety veterans and their spouses who need us the most.
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Fala Day
10/27/2018 - 10/27/2018
Scottish Terrier Society of Greater Atlanta will present a fun-filled day of activities celebrating Fala. Activities include a parade and a variety of contests. For more information, visit www.stcga.biz. Dogs are not allowed on the historic site except during the parade.
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Candlelight Tour Run 2018
11/16/2018 - 11/16/2018
The course is a fun, rolling, race through the holiday-season lighted downtown of Warm Springs and through the Little White House Rd. to end at the Meriwether County Chamber of Commerce. The mile fun run/walk begins at 9:30 p.m. with the 5K race starting at 10 p.m.
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Pearl Harbor Remembrance
12/08/2018 - 12/08/2018
FDR portrayer James Fowler will recite the "Day of Infamy" speech declaring that a state of war exists sending the United States into WWII. Performances will be held at 11 a.m., 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. View the US Signal Corps Pearl Harbor exhibit.
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Honor Tree: A Photographic Tribute to our Nation’s Soldiers
12/08/2018 - 12/30/2018
Guest are invited to adorn our three trees with photographs of those who have served, or are serving our nation's armed forces. These honor trees will be placed in the museum through Christmas.
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Nearby Attractions
Roosevelt's Little White House State Historic Site
401 Little White House Rd.Warm Springs, GA 31830 View Listing
Roosevelt Warm Springs Institute for Rehabilitation
6135 Roosevelt Hwy.Warm Springs, GA 31830 View Listing
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