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Sagamore Hill National Historic Site

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Sagamore Hill National Historic Site was the home of Theodore Roosevelt, the 26th President of the United States. Located in Oyster Bay, New York, it offers insight into Roosevelt's life and legacy, showcasing his contributions to American history.

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Visitors come to explore the house, which reflects Roosevelt's personality and interests, as well as the surrounding grounds. The site features guided tours that provide context about his presidency and personal life, making it a thoughtful stop for history enthusiasts.

In pictures

A digital rendering of the Roosevelt home and landscapes of Sagamore Hill circa 1918.
A digital rendering of the Roosevelt home and landscapes of Sagamore Hill circa 1918.

Things to do

Visit the Roosevelt Gravesite at Youngs Memorial Cemetery
15-30 Minutes

Youngs Memorial Cemetery is a small cemetery in the village of Oyster Bay, New York. Theodore Roosevelt, the t...

Sagamore Hill Little Free Library
1-5 Minutes · Winter/Spring

Read like a Roosevelt! Take a book or leave a book at the Sagamore Hill Little Free Library.

Self-Guided Tour of Sagamore Hill
60-120 Minutes · Winter/Spring

Explore Sagamore Hill's grounds on your own, using our wayside panels, our cellphone-based audio tour, or our...

Explore Park Grounds
60-120 Minutes · Winter/Spring

Our park-like grounds are a great place to relax and unwind, just the Roosevelts used to.

Explore the Historic Village of Oyster Bay, New York
1-3 Hours · Winter/Spring

A visit to Sagamore Hill is not complete without a visit to nearby historical and natural attractions, includi...

Hike Sagamore Hill's Nature Trail
30-60 Minutes · Winter/Spring

Take a walk in the footsteps of the Roosevelts and explore the woodlands and beach of Sagamore Hill on a 0.7 m...

Bring Your BARK Ranger for a Walk
30-120 Minutes · Winter/Spring

Your dog is welcome to visit Sagamore Hill with you, as long as you help them be good BARK Rangers by followin...

Watch the sunset from the piazza
30-60 Minutes · Winter/Spring

If you're visiting on a pretty day, feel free to watch the sun set behind the trees to the west from Theodore...

Explore our outdoor exhibits in the Farm Shed and Chicken Coop
15-30 Minutes · Winter/Spring

The Farm Shed and Chicken Coop are our two outdoor exhibits, housed in original farm buildings from the Roosev...

Go Birdwatching at Sagamore Hill
10-180 Minutes · Winter/Spring

Sagamore Hill contains a range of vegetation types and habitats that are utilized by a variety of bird species...

Attend an Outdoor Program
15-25 Minutes · Summer

Sagamore Hill offers outdoor programs on weekends, weather permitting. Join a Ranger for a walk around the gro...

Visit Eel Creek and Cold Spring Harbor
60-120 Minutes · Winter/Spring

Sagamore Hill’s nature trail leads to scenic water views of Eel creek, a tidal salt marsh creek, and a beach o...

Practical

At a glance

Opened
1886
Open
Daily Sunrise to Sunset
Accessibility
partially accessible
Address
20 Sagamore Hill Road, Oyster Bay, NY 11771
Opening hours
Daily Sunrise to Sunset
Phone
5169224788
Price
Free
Website
www.nps.gov

Things to know

Expect queues during weekends and holidays.
Tickets are required for house tours, available on-site or online.
Plan to spend at least two hours to fully enjoy the site.
Dress for the weather, as much of the experience is outdoors.

Photo: NPS/Audrey Tiernan