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Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site

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    Guided tour of Val-Kill Cottage, the furnished home of Eleanor Roosevelt (access is by guided tour only.) Program themes vary, and include Mrs. Roosevelt's political activities, personal challenges, home life, and international diplomatic efforts. The tour includes an introductory film.

    Visitors are welcome to tour the grounds at their own pace. The Rose Garden, Cutting Garden, pond, and trails are all available.

    The Stone Cottage, also on the grounds, is operated as a conference center by Eleanor Roosevelt's Val-Kill Inc. a not-for-profit organization.


    A classroom-ready lesson plan on Eleanor Roosevelt is available at the link below.



     

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