Sagamore Hill National Historic Site

Name: Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
Address: 20 Sagamore Hill Rd, Oyster Bay, NY, 11771, US
Telephone: +15169224788
Rating: 4.9

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Sagamore Hill National Historic site preserves the home and story of Theodore Roosevelt and his family on Long Island from 1885 until his death in 1919. The park offers historic house tours, exhibits on the life of Theodore Roosevelt and his family members. The park also preserves nearly 80 acres of the original farm and woodland including a nature trail and beach on Cold Spring Harbor. Our social media policy:

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09/25/2026

Storm-Related Closures 9/25/26-9/27/26

Due to potential high winds and flooding, all park grounds, buildings, and tours are closed Saturday 9/26-Sunday 9/27.

09/14/2026

Theodore Roosevelt, against the concerns of those club members present, opted to begin the journey to Buffalo early in order to reach McKinley as soon as possible. He set out aboard a buckboard wagon and began swiftly for North Creek Train Station, intending to use it to complete the final leg of the trip.

He initially traveled ten miles to the Tahawus Post Office, before switching to a new carriage and driver and traveling an additional nine miles to the Aiden Lair Lodge. It was here he once again changed transports, with the proprietor of the Lodge, Mike Cronin, personally serving as Roosevelt’s driver for the final portion of the journey to the train station, where they quickly arrived at precisely 4:45 in the morning. It was here that Roosevelt received the telegram that informed him that President McKinley had died.

TR took the train the remaining distance to Buffalo, and after briefly freshening up in the home of a man named Ainsley Wilcox, TR went to pay his respects to the late president. The assembled Cabinet wanted to hold the inauguration there, but TR refused out of respect for President McKinley’s widow, Ida. Roosevelt decided to instead return to the Wilcox mansion, and it was there that Theodore Roosevlet was sworn in as the 26th President of the United States of America at the age of 42. No pictures of the ceremony exist.

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09/13/2026

On September 13th, 1901, Theodore Roosevelt took on the largest peak in the Adirondacks, Mount Marcy. Believing President William Mckinley was stable after surgery, Roosevelt had not heard that his condition took a turn for the worse. Hoping to inform the vice president of McKinley’s declining health, a telegram was sent to the Tahawus Club, urging Roosevelt to make the long journey to Buffalo once again. Scaling the Adirondacks, Roosevelt was out of the clubhouse and needed to be informed at once. Harrison Hall, a club guide, was tasked with climbing after the Vice President and alerting him to the news. Upon hearing Hall’s exclamation, Roosevelt would return to the Tahawus club house and prepare for the trip ahead.

Post 3/4. Stay tuned to see what happens next! This story will continue on September 14.

Image: Pexels Free Stock Photos

09/10/2026

After several days of recovery, President McKinley’s condition appeared to begin to improve. The president underwent surgery to seal up the gunshot wounds he had sustained during the assassination attempt, and doctors were optimistic about his chances of survival. It was determined that it was best for Vice President Theodore Roosevelt to return to his vacation, as his continued presence by the President as he recovered could invite speculation about McKinley’s health. Roosevelt soon left Buffalo and traveled to the Tahawus Club outside the city of Newcomb, in the Adirondack Mountains, intending to continue his vacation.

Post 2/4. Stay tuned to see what happens next! This story will continue on September 13.

Image: Library of Congress Free Use Collection

Alt Text: Black and white photograph of William McKinley. Seen standing in front of a desk covered with objects in an office space. Several portraits hang on the wall behind him, as well as a book case with books inside.

09/06/2026

On September 6th, 1901, Theodore Roosevelt attended the annual Vermont Fish and Game League luncheon at Isle La Motte on Lake Champlain. Despite its calling card, the Vermont Fish and Game League dabbled in politics just as much as wildlife. Around 1:30pm, 1,000 of the most well-known Vermont Republicans would gather for dinner and comradery. After dining, Roosevelt became an honorary member of the organization, marking the beginning of the evening's speeches. Around 5:30pm, Roosevelt would retire to Lt. Gov. Nelson W. Fisk’s home where he would receive troubling news. President William Mckinley had been shot while greeting the public at the Pan-American Exposition in Buffalo New York only an hour before. Hearing the president might survive, Roosevelt felt his presence was still needed as he left for Buffalo around midnight.

Post 1/4. Stay tuned to see what happens next! This story will continue on September 10.

Image: Library of Congress Free Use Collection

Alt Text: A black and white image of President William McKinley. He is dressed in a black suit and black bow tie with a white collared shirt.

Sources:
https://vtdigger.org/2021/08/29/then-again-theodore-roosevelts-vermont-visit-took-a-dark-turn/
https://www.adirondack.net/history/midnight-ride/

08/25/2026

Happy Birthday NPS!

Although Theodore Roosevelt did not establish the National Park Service (NPS), the Antiquities Act of 1906 allowed the executive office to declare national monuments on federal lands. During his presidency TR dedicated 18 national monuments, almost all of which are now managed by NPS. (wow!)

By 1916 American interest in protecting history, culture, recreation, and the environment had boomed, leading to the establishment of the National Park Service on August 25th, 1916. On this day we celebrate 110 years of the National Park Service, with over 400 sites in all 50 states and 5 US territories and beyond that strive to maintain its original goal, "....to conserve the scenery and the natural and historic objects and the wildlife therein and to provide for the enjoyment of the same in such manner and by such means as will leave them unimpaired for the enjoyment of future generations."

Do you have a favorite National Park? Let us know!

Alt Text: A straw ranger hat with a leather band around it. The hat and background of the photo are covered in glittery confetti.

08/21/2026

Come celebrate National Park Week at Sagamore Hill! Read below for more information on what programs will be offered and when. We hope to see you here!

August 21 & 29, 10:30 AM - Legacy of the Land: Why Parks Matter
Join us for an interactive journey exploring what makes National Parks special. Learn how Sagamore Hill connects us to our history, nature, and community, and why preserving them benefits everyone!

August 23 & 28, 10:30 AM - Theodore Roosevelt: Conservation Superhero
What does it take to preserve a nation's greatest treasures? Learn about the Organic Act and discover how Theodore Roosevelt's vision of the Antiquities Act created a lasting legacy that continues to inspire us today.

August 22 & 30, 10:30 AM - Be an Animal Detective in Yor Own Backyard
Calling all animal loving kids! Learn about the fascinating native wildlife of Long Island! Learn how to be an animal detective by recognizing the signs of different neighborhood animals, and how to safely share a community with them!

Kids can earn their own Junior Ranger badge for participating! All programs will begin at 10:30 AM on their scheduled day. No reservations are required, these are free programs. Check our calendar for more information https://www.nps.gov/sahi/planyourvisit/calendar.htm

Alt Text: A shield-shaped emblem contains silhouettes of mountains, evergreen trees, a bison, birds, the Statue of Liberty, stars, and an American flag design. A banner across the center reads “National Park Week,” with text below reading “America’s Story” and a ranger hat icon.

07/03/2026

Due to the ongoing National Weather Service Extreme Heat Warning through Saturday, July 4th @ 9PM ET Sagamore Hill is shifting select 4th of July activities into the cooler, earlier part of the day and concluding the event at 2PM. Per National Park Service safety protocols, park buildings will close at 2PM. Event shuttle buses will operate through 4:30PM and park grounds will remain open through sunset. Please continue to monitor nps.gov/sahi for updates.

04/22/2026

Please join us on Saturday, April 25 at 11 a.m. for the unveiling of our new rocking chairs at Sagamore Hill. This event will take place on the front porch of the Theodore Roosevelt home.

These chairs are replicas of the historic rocking chairs used by the Roosevelt family.

A big thank you to for donating the new rocking chairs for everyone to enjoy.

Image: 5 new rocking chairs lined up in a row.

Address

20 Sagamore Hill Rd
Oyster Bay, NY
11771

Telephone

+15169224788

Website

http://www.nps.gov/sahi

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