Historic Site
(706) 655-5870
Franklin Delano Roosevelt built the Little White House in 1932 while governor of New York, prior to being inaugurated as president in 1933. He first came to Warm Springs in 1924 hoping to find a cure for the infantile paralysis (polio) that had struck him in 1921. Swimming in the warm, buoyant spring waters brought him no miracle cure, but it did bring improvement. During FDR’s presidency and the Great Depression, he developed many New Deal Programs (such as the Rural Electrification Administration) based upon his experiences in this small town.
While posing for a portrait on April 12, 1945, FDR suffered a stroke and died a short while later. Today, the “Unfinished Portrait” is featured in a museum that showcases many exhibits, including FDR’s 1938 Ford convertible with hand controls, his Fireside Chats playing over a 1930s radio, his stagecoach and a theater. Visitors can tour FDR’s home, which has been carefully preserved very much as he left it, the servants and guest quarters, and the nearby pools complex that first brought the future president to Warm Springs.
Hours: 9AM-4:45PM daily. Last film begins at 4PM. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
Admission:$4-$8.
Group rates available for 15 or more with advance notice.
Primary buildings are wheelchair accessible. Secondary buildings have entry steps. All walkways are hard surfaced.
 2008 was the
75th Anniversary of the New Deal!
Teacher's Resource for Touring Historic Sites
FACILITIES:
- Little White House
- FDR Memorial Museum & Video
- Historic Pools Museum
- Memorial Fountain
- Walk of Flags and Stones
- Guest Quarters and Servants' Quarters
- Legacy Exhibit with The "Unfinished Portrait"
- Large Picnic Area (onsite)
- Two Large Roadside Picnic Areas
- Bus Parking
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Note: Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site has no reservable facilities.
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Events
Friends Photograph Contest and Exhibition
9 AM - 4:45 PM from Jul 10, 2009 until Oct 1, 2009
 $100 Grand Prize. Photos will be displayed in Museum. Winning photo will be displayed for one year. All photos must be received by September 19. All photographs exhibited must be taken on the grounds of Roosevelt's Little White House State Historic Site or at the Historic Pools and Springs. $4-$8 museum admission, plus $5 photo entry fee. 706-655-5870. |
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Jr. Ranger Days at Camp Roosevelt
Tuesday, Jul 21, 2009 until Thursday, Jul 23, 2009 9 AM to 2 PM
| Historical, enviromental and recreational education and activities are on the program in this 3 day camp beginning at Roosevelt's Little White House. For children ages 8 to 12. One day at Little White House, one day at the Warm Springs National Fish Hatchery and one day at FD Roosevelt State Park... $40 per 3-day camp. 706-655-5870. |
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Swim the Warm Springs
Saturday, Sep 5, 2009 until Monday, Sep 7, 2009 10 AM to 4 PM
| Swim in the historic pools built by President F.D. Roosevelt as a place for therapy. Normally kept empty for preservation, the shallow pools will be filled with naturally warm spring water. Reservations suggested.1.5-hour swim sessions begin at 10 a.m. Ages 6 and older. Reservations suggested. $15 adults; $10 ages 6 to 17. 706-655-5870. |
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Remembering World War II -- Operation Market Garden
Saturday, Sep 12, 2009 10 AM to 3 PM
| Veterans of major campaigns from WWII will be here to meet visitors. Kelly's Zeroes' living-history organization will feature displays and exhibits regarding Operation Market Garden, the largest airborne operation in history... $4-$8. 706-655-5870. |
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The Roosevelt Regatta
Saturday, Oct 3, 2009 12 PM to 4 PM
| President Franklin D. Roosevelt was America's sailor in the White House and he loved all things nautical. We will host a model sailboat regatta at Lake Delanor inside F.D. Roosevelt State Park for an afternoon with model boats, living history, knot-tying, compass reading and more... $5 parking. 706-655-5870. |
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Stamp Collecting For Kids
Saturday, Oct 24, 2009 10 AM to 3 PM
| October is National Stamp Collecting Month and FDR was America's stamp-collecting president. Hands-on activities for children are offered throughout the day. $4-$8. 706-655-5870. |
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Annual Fala Day Tribute
Saturday, Nov 7, 2009
| Join the Greater Atlanta Scottish Terrier Association for an opening parade, costume parade, grooming exhibits and bagpipe music. All Scotty dogs welcome on a six-foot leash. Free admission to the program held in the picnic area. $4-$8. 706-655-5870. |
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A Warm Springs Thanksgiving
Saturday, Nov 21, 2009 10 AM to 2 PM
| FDR and Eleanor will be serenaded by descendants of Bun Wright, FDR's favorite fiddler, in this Living history program on the sundeck of the Little White House... $4-$8. 706-655-5870. |
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Pearl Harbor Remembered
Saturday, Dec 5, 2009 10 AM to 4 PM
| We will not forget those who served our country during World War II. You are invited to spend time with survivors of Pearl Harbor and hear their extraordinary stories. Kelly's Zeroes, a WWII living history organization, will exhibitequipment used by our soldiers in WWII. $4-$8. 706-655-5870. |
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