Key West: Truman Little White House
Key West: Truman Little White House
Duration: 1 hour (approx.)
1 hour (approx.)
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
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Explore Key West's Truman Little White House, where history and politics converge along its waterfront harbor in Florida. This site was once a naval base serving three wars—World War I and II, as well as the Spanish-American war—and is now recognized as both Florida’s only winter house and a presidential museum dedicated to America’s 33rd President Harry S. Truman. With guidance from an expert historian, you'll explore its transformation into the Winter White House for President Truman.
Explore Key West's Truman Little White House, where history and politics converge along its waterfront harbor in Florida. This site was once a naval base serving three wars—World War I and II, as well as the Spanish-American war—and is now recognized as both Florida’s only winter house and a presidential museum dedicated to America’s 33rd President Harry S. Truman. With guidance from an expert historian, you'll explore its transformation into the Winter White House for President Truman.
Discover the historical significance of Key West's Truman Little White House where Harry S. Truman resided for a total of 175 days during his presidency.
This unique museum and former winter White House in Florida welcomed not just President Truman but also luminaries such as Thomas Edison, John F. Kennedy, Presidents Clinton, Taft, Carter, Eisenhower, among others.
Explore the long history narrated by an experienced historian guide who will detail the house's pivotal role during America’s past while highlighting its significance to visitors and former residents alike.
Learn about Harry S. Truman’s life at this historic site in Key West where he spent time across his 33 vacations, delving deep into American historical narratives.
Entry into Key West: Truman Little White House
Guided exploration of historical sites with a passionate, local guide
Accommodation shuttles
Sound tour narration
Truman's shirt display at Key West's Truman Little White House with American flag.
Your Experience
Nestled on Key West's waterfront harbor, Florida, the Little White House offers a glimpse into significant historical and political events. Originally serving as a naval base for three wars—including World War I and II—the Spanish-American war—this location was transformed into a winter retreat for prominent figures. Today, it stands as both Florida’s only presidential museum dedicated to President Harry S. Truman and the country's sole White House in this region.
Understand its transformation with the help of an expert historian guide who will explore how the Little White House became America’s 33rd president's winter abode during his presidency, where he stayed for a total of 175 days. The tour also reveals that Thomas Edison conducted research here on behalf of the US Navy during World War I.
As a thriving public museum and retreat spot used by national leaders for government affairs, the Little White House built in 1890 is perfect for history enthusiasts eager to learn more about its significance through this insightful tour package.
Truman Little White House in Key West with flags and palm trees.
Couple walking outside Truman Little White House in Key West.
Truman's shirt display at Key West's Truman Little White House with American flag.
Truman Little White House in Key West with flags and palm trees.
Couple walking outside Truman Little White House in Key West.
The following details are essential for planning your visit. Note that an audio guide is not provided during the tour.
Tour Schedule:
Hours of operation: 9:30am to 4:30pm, every day
Plan ahead and arrive early as tickets are available daily from 9:30am to ensure you get a spot for your visit.
To maximize your experience, consider starting with the Truman Little White House since it’s one of Key West's historical highlights.
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