Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site Admission and Guided Tour
Overview
Mobile ticket
Experience Theodore Roosevelt's unusual 1901 inauguration like never before. With a combination of historically restored rooms and interactive exhibits, you'll feel as if you are part of the events of that fateful September, while gaining a new perspective on the issues Roosevelt faced during his presidency.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Free off-street parking is available behind the TR Site and is accessible from Delaware Avenue or Franklin Street
What To Expect
Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site
Step back in time and into the world that Theodore Roosevelt knew, through a powerful, immersive experience of sight, sound and interaction. Walk where he walked, see and hear the challenges he faced, and get a sense of what it was like to lead our nation during such a pivotal time in its history. It's the dawn of a new century. Millions are traveling to Buffalo, NY, to join in the celebration of the 1901 Pan-American Exposition. Perhaps you'll try your hand at the Captains of Industry game, and see if you have what it takes to command an early 20th century business. Or maybe you'll crank the handle of the kinetoscope to watch a period film clip. No matter what you choose, you're sure to feel the excitement and optimism of a country on the forefront of innovation. Following a guided tour, you have the opportunity to learn from the past on your own and see how history is relevant in your life by considering the challenges and opportunities presented by the same issues today.
Options
Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site Admission and Guided Tour
Option 1: Our immersive, interactive tour following TR on the day he became president in 1901.
What‘s Included
Guided tour
Transportation to/from attractions
Meeting points
Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site
641 Delaware Ave, Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural Site Buffalo United States
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
121 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Nice tour!
362pamc,Jun 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A nice stop and a good history lesson on Roosevelt’s path to his presidency.
Very glad I did this on my visit to Buffalo!
Debbie R,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00So much history here to learn! The movie was great and the guide was very knowledgeable!
Hidden Gem in Buffalo
Mrs G,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an excellent stop on our visit to Buffalo. We loved this informative and entertaining tour of the Ansley Wilcox House where TR became President in 1901. The tour is so different from other Park tours in that our docent 'took us back to 1901' through film and photo stories plus we were in the actual home where it happened. This is very much worth your time to visit. It's also lovely to be able to support the National Park system.
Short but Pretty Sweet
ChuckLz14,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00We arrived about ten minutes early and checked out the lobby and gift shop. Then our tour guide Connor joined us to take us on the tour. He was very friendly and informative. The tour was based heavily on the history of the building, the history of Buffalo and Teddy's inauguration there. It was mostly interesting and worth checking out. The tour is only about 45 minutes long, you're in & out in an hour and there's ample parking in the back.
Exceptional
Maria B,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Enjoyed our tour guide very much. He was very knowledgeable about President Roosevelt and what was going on in that time period. Actually installed emotion a few times which I liked very much. Just an overall great experience with our tour on all levels.
The tour was informative...
Nancy A,Feb 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour was informative and I learned some facts about the inauguration that I didn’t know. I enjoyed the architecture in the house.
Roosevelt house - rocked my socks
Voyager50907080118,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00This was such a wonderful gem of a tour. The house is beautifully preserved and the interactive nature of the tour made the whole trip well worthwhile. Rob is an excellent tour guide and had so many juicy tidbits on the life of Roosevelt, the inauguration and the world’s fair. What an amazing experience!
A must see
lenm747,Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A highlight of our trip to Niagara Falls and Buffalo. Very well present with a good balance of old and new technology to c rate an incredibly well done tour and experience. `gives a wonderful feel into T Roosevelt as a person during this time of strife. Whole experience is a little over an hour
Museum
KATHY D,Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Interesting, guide very knowledgeable Enjoyed how animated he was when telling stories Parking easy in lot next to museum, Easy to find
Very informative in the life of this President
Joan L,Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Lots of personal info, fun to see this beautiful house and the history it represents. A wonderful experience.
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