This is the boyhood home of the first U.S. president to be born in New York City. 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 bega
Free — you won’t need your pass here.
Free entry — there is no entrance fee here, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
- Fee type No fee — No fee is charged here.
- HoursTheodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site is open Wednesday to Sunday, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM. The site is closed on the following designated federal holidays: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day & New Year's Day.
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- Last verifiedJuly 6, 2026 · Confirmed
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- Contact (212) 260-1616 · thrb_info@nps.gov
Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site is located in Manhattan at 28 East 20th Street, between Park Avenue South and Broadway.
Common questions
Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site — always confirm with the managing site before you go.
No Is there a fee at Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site?
No — it’s free to enter, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
Depends Can you bring a dog?
Usually only leashed and in developed areas, campgrounds, and paved paths — not on most trails or in buildings. Pet rules vary by park, so check first.
No Are drones allowed?
No — launching, landing, or operating drones is prohibited on National Park Service land.
Depends What are the hours?
Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site is open Wednesday to Sunday, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM. The site is closed on the following designated federal holidays: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day & New Year's Day.
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