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.

Key West: Truman Little White House

Key West
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Duration: 1 hour (approx.)

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Explore the Truman Little White House in Key West, Florida, where history meets presidential legacy on its waterfront harbor setting. This unique museum and former naval base turned retreat house offers a glimpse into how it served as President Harry S. Truman's winter residence during his presidency. Guided by an expert historian, visitors will uncover fascinating stories of the past linked to this site that played roles in three major wars before becoming Florida’s only presidential home away from Washington D.C.

Get insights into the world of America’s 33rd President, Harry S. Truman at the Truman Little White House, an important place of history in Florida.

It is Florida’s only museum and winter White House where Truman spent 175 days during his 33 vacations.

Eminent personalities like Thomas Edison, President John F. Kennedy, US Presidents Clinton, Taft, Carter, and Eisenhower have also stayed in this house.

A historian guide will take you through the entire house explaining its importance, the people who stayed there, and the role it played in America’s past.

Admission to the Truman Little White House.

A guided tour by a local history lover.

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Truman's shirt display at Key West's Truman Little White House with American flag.

Truman's shirt display at Key West's Truman Little White House with American flag.

By opting for admission into the Little White House on the waterfront harbor of Key West in Florida, relive the historical and political stories of the past. This naval base which was converted into a retreat house for noble and eminent personalities is now Florida’s only winter house and a presidential museum. With the help of a knowledgeable historian guide, you will understand how this house that was a naval base compound for three wars - World War I and II, the Spanish-American war became the winter White House for America’s 33rd President Harry S. Truman. He is known to have stayed for 175 days during his term of presidency here.

This house has hosted distinguished guests like Thomas Edison who worked on this research here for the US Navy during World War I. Today, the Little White House is a prospering public museum for every history lover and also a retreat place meant for government business of the country’s national leaders. Educate yourself about the importance of this Litlle White House that was built in the year 1890 with this tour package.

Truman Little White House in Key West with flags and palm trees.

Truman Little White House in Key West with flags and palm trees.

Couple walking outside Truman Little White House in Key West.

Couple walking outside Truman Little White House in Key West.

Important information:

  • An audio guide is not available.

Timings:

  • Daily: 9:30am to 4:30pm

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The house is situated on the waterfront harbor of Key West, Florida.
A knowledgeable historian will provide insights during your visit to the house, explaining its historical significance.
Eminent personalities such as Presidents Thomas Edison, John F. Kennedy, Bill Clinton, William Taft, Jimmy Carter, and Dwight Eisenhower have also resided there.
The site originally served as a naval base compound during three wars: World War I, World War II, and the Spanish-American war.
Visitors can explore from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm daily.
Admission includes entry into the Truman Little White House and a guided tour by a local history enthusiast.
Hotel transfers are not part of what is provided; they must be arranged separately if needed.
No, an audio guide is not provided during your visit.
Visitors will gain insights into America's 33rd President and Florida’s historical winter house through a guided tour by a historian.
President Harry S. Truman spent a total of 175 days here across 33 vacations while in office.
A knowledgeable historian guide will take visitors through the entire house, explaining its significance, the notable people who stayed there, and its role in America's past.
It stands out as both a museum dedicated to President Harry S. Truman and Florida's only winter presidential residence where he spent significant time during his presidency.
The Truman Little White House is open daily from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm.
The site was originally a naval base used during three wars: World War I, World War II, and the Spanish-American war. It later became President Harry S. Truman's winter retreat.
No, an audio guide is not available during your visit.
Hotel transfers are not included as part of the experience at the Truman Little White House.
This location operates as Florida’s only winter White House and is available for visits throughout its daily hours all year round, from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm each day.
President Harry S. Truman spent a total of 175 days at the Truman Little White House while in office.
The Truman Little White House in Key West, Florida, serves as a historical and political site where America's 33rd President Harry S. Truman spent 175 days during his presidency. It also hosted other eminent personalities like Thomas Edison and Presidents Clinton, Taft, Carter, Eisenhower, and John F. Kennedy.
Admission includes entry into the museum and a guided tour by a local history enthusiast who will share insights about President Harry S. Truman's time there.

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