Historic Site
(706) 655-5870
NOTICE: There will be filming at the house on April 19-20, 2010 and it will not be open to the public during this time, however the museum, guest cottage and servants quarters will be open. Please call ahead if you need more information.
Selected as a "Readers Choice" site in Georgia Magazine, October 2009.
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 88-degree, 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.
www.GeorgiaStateParks.org/LittleWhiteHouse
Programs and Events:Dates and times for programs and special events are subject to change. Please call before your arrival to verify dates and times.
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.
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
Related Links:
 2008 was the 75th Anniversary of the New Deal!
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Note: Roosevelt's Little White House Historic Site has no reservable facilities.
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Events
Great Backyard Bird Count
Friday, Feb 12, 2010 until Monday, Feb 15, 2010 9 AM to 4:45 PM
 FDR was an avid bird collector in his youth, and guests can join others by participating in the Great Backyard Bird Count. Other count locations include the National Fish Hatchery in Warm Springs and FD Roosevelt State Park on Pine Mountain, recently named an Important Bird Area. $5-$8. 706-655-5870. |
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Arbor Day "Georgia's Tree Army"
Friday, Feb 19, 2010 until Saturday, Feb 20, 2010 9 AM to 5 PM
| Celebrate Arbor Day by planting a tree! We will hand out Virginia Pine seedlings to visitors, encouraging them to plant a tree. $5-$8. 706-655-5870. |
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65th Commemorative Ceremony for FDR
Monday, Apr 12, 2010 11 AM to 12:30 PM
| Pay tribute to President F.D. Roosevelt on the anniversary of his death at the Little White House. This event includes the U.S. Marine Corps Color Guard, music by the U.S. Army Infantry Center Band and Keynote Speaker Glenn English CEO, National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA)... 706-655-5870. |
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Swim the Warm Springs - Dip Into The Past
Saturday, May 29, 2010 until Monday, May 31, 2010 10 AM to 4 PM
Saturday, Sep 4, 2010 until Monday, Sep 6, 2010 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. Tickets to the swim may be purchased over the phone with credit card... $20 adults; $12.50 ages 6 to 17; Family Package-$75. 706-655-5870. |
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Operation Heartfelt: Care Packages
Saturday, Jun 5, 2010 9 AM to 5 PM
| Show support for our troops overseas. With Operation Stars and Stripes, we are collecting care-package items such as playing cards, travel games, sudoko and word search books, new or gently used CD's and DVD's, beef jerky, trail mix, dried fruit, and powder drink mixes in individual servings... $5-$8. 706-655-5870. |
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23rd Annual Rosie the Riveter and D-Day Observance
Saturday, Jun 5, 2010 12 PM to 3 PM
| During the 1940s, an unprecedented number of women responded to government encouragement to fill factory jobs left vacant by men during World War II. Join actress and teacher Carol Cain as she portrays these women collectively known as “Rosie The Riveter... $5-$8. 706-655-5870. |
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Jr. Ranger Days at Camp Roosevelt
Tuesday, Jun 15, 2010 until Thursday, Jun 17, 2010
Tuesday, Jun 22, 2010 until Thursday, Jun 24, 2010
| 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. This three day camp will be held at the Little White House and the National Fish Hatchery... $40 per 3-day camp. 706-655-5870. |
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Remembering World War II -- Operation Market Garden
Saturday, Sep 11, 2010 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... $5-$8. 706-655-5870. |
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Stamp Collecting For Kids
Saturday, Oct 23, 2010
| October is National Stamp Collecting Month and FDR was America's stamp-collecting president. Hands-on activities for children are offered throughout the day. $5-$8. 706-655-5870. |
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Pearl Harbor Remembered
Saturday, Dec 4, 2010 10 AM to 3 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 other WW II veterans and hear their extraordinary stories. Kelly's Zeroes, a WWII living history organization, will exhibit equipment used by our soldiers in WWII. $5-$8. 706-655-5870. |
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