Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site, New York City

Name: Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site
Address: 28 E 20th St, New York City, 10003-1311, United States
Telephone: +1 212-260-1616

#813 among attractions in New York City

Museum, History museum, Vernacular architecture, Historical place

Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site

Gallery (5)

Map

Gallery

Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site, New York City

Facts and practical information

Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site is a recreated brownstone at 28 East 20th Street, between Broadway and Park Avenue South, in the Flatiron District of Manhattan, New York City. It is a replica of the birthplace and childhood home of 26th president of the United States, Theodore Roosevelt. ()

Alternative names: Built: 1848 (176 years ago)Visitors per year: 11.2 thous.Coordinates: 40°44'19"N, 73°59'21"W

Address

28 E 20th StMidtown Manhattan (Flatiron District)New York City 10003-1311 United States

Contact

+1 212-260-1616

Website

Social media

Facebook Twitter

New York City

Day trips

Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Flatiron Building, Union Square, Madison Square Park Fountain, Daryl Roth Theatre.

~930 ftN
Landmark triangular 22-story building
Flatiron Building, New York City
5 min walk • The Flatiron Building, an iconic landmark gracing the skyline of New York City, stands as a testament to early 20th-century architecture. Located at 175 Fifth Avenue in Manhattan, this triangular 22-story steel-framed structure was completed in 1902 and has since...
~1050 ftS
Park, Neighbourhood
Union Square, New York City
6 min walk • Union Square is a vibrant and historically significant neighborhood located in the heart of New York City. Known for its bustling atmosphere and diverse cultural offerings, Union Square is a must-visit destination for any traveler exploring the Big Apple.
~1160 ftN
Monuments and statues
Madison Square Park Fountain, New York City
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Manhattan, Madison Square Park Fountain is a scenic oasis amid the bustling cityscape of New York City. This charming fountain, though less grandiose than its counterparts across the city, offers a tranquil respite for locals and tourists alike...
~1210 ftS
Theater
Daryl Roth Theatre, New York City
6 min walk • The Daryl Roth Theatre is an off-Broadway performance space at 101 East 15th Street, at the northeast corner of the intersection with Union Square East, near Union Square, Manhattan, New York City.
~770 ftSE
Park, State park
Gramercy Park, New York City
4 min walk • 18 Gramercy Park is a 19-story historic building in Manhattan, New York City, USA. Built as a hotel in 1927 and designed by the architectural firm Murgatroyd & Ogden, it was a women's temporary residence owned by The Salvation Army from 1963 to 2008.
~630 ftS
Shopping, Bookshop, Queen Anne architecture
Barnes & Noble, New York City
4 min walk • The Century Building is a Queen Anne style building at 33 East 17th Street between Park Avenue South and Broadway in Union Square, Manhattan, New York City. It was designed by William Schickel and built in 1880–1881 by Arnold Constable & Company. The Century Building consists of five floors topped by a 1+1⁄2-story attic.
~690 ftE
Museum
Fotografiska New York, New York City
4 min walk • Fotografiska New York is a branch of the Swedish photography museum Fotografiska in Gramercy Park, Manhattan, New York City. The museum's home is the Church Missions House, a six-story, 45,000-square-foot Renaissance Revival landmark. It opened in December 2019.
~670 ftE
Church
Calvary-St. George's Parish, New York City
4 min walk • Calvary-St. George's Parish is an Episcopal parish in Manhattan, New York City.
~640 ftE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture, James Renwick, Jr.
Calvary Church, New York City
4 min walk • Calvary Church is an Episcopal church located at 277 Park Avenue South on the corner of East 21st Street in the Gramercy Park neighborhood of Manhattan, New York City, on the border of the Flatiron District.
~1200 ftS
Skyscraper
Union Square, New York City
6 min walk • The Zeckendorf Towers, sometimes also called One Irving Place and One Union Square East, is a 345 ft-tall, 29-story, four-towered condominium complex on the eastern side of Union Square, Manhattan, in New York City.
~980 ftN
Monuments and statues
Statue of Roscoe Conkling, New York City
5 min walk • An outdoor sculpture of Roscoe Conkling by John Quincy Adams Ward is installed near Madison Avenue and 23rd Street in Madison Square Park in Manhattan, New York.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site open?

Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday closed
Wednesday 9 am - 5 pm
Thursday 9 am - 5 pm
Friday 9 am - 5 pm
Saturday 9 am - 5 pm
Sunday 9 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site?

Nearby attractions include 900 Broadway, New York City (1 min walk), Calvary Church, New York City (4 min walk), Calvary-St. George's Parish, New York City (4 min walk), Fotografiska New York, New York City (4 min walk).

How to get to Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site by public transport?

The nearest stations to Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site:

Bus

East 23rd Street/Broadway • Lines: M23 Sbs (5 min walk)
West 23rd Street & 6th Avenue (8 min walk)

Metro

23rd Street • Lines: <6>, <F>, 4, 6, F, M, N, Q, R, W (9 min walk)
14th Street–Union Square • Lines: <6>, 4, 5, 6, N, Q, R, W (6 min walk)

Train

New York Penn Station (22 min walk)
Pennsylvania Station (24 min walk)