A bit of history

The history of the city of Key West, as well as the museum itself is closely associated with the military. About 200 years in the Florida Keys Spanish and British ships cruised, which were sent to European lands from the Caribbean. Here a naval military aviation station was organized with seaplanes and airships.

Museum Harry S Truman Little White House was built in 1890, then the building was intended for strategic purposes during the war of America and Spain. The house was divided into 2 parts - for the commandant and his team.

The museum became an interesting historical location in 1946-1952, because during this period it was leased by the US president to rest, renew forces during the cold war. At that time, Harry Truman chose this building for a winter residence, which would not be located in Washington. The president was resting here, fishing, playing golf, talking to friends. After him, the house continued to be the residence of John F. Kennedy, Dwight Eisenhower, Jim Carter.

The official opening of the museum took place in 1991, when the mansion was reconstructed.

What is interesting in the mansion

President Truman’s Key West White House can only be visited with a guide. The street where the building is located has a name - Truman Avenue. Part of the furniture belongs to Truman, it was in use by Thomas Edison, because he was in the mansion for 6 months during the First World War.

On the veranda of the closed type, there are chairs with table lamps and a table, here Truman once played poker. There are also many things of the former head of state (books, documentation, household items and personal items). There is a bar, and films are shown in the hall. Not far from the TV is a statue of Truman in full growth. There are photos and clothes of the president.

Unique expositions of the museum - a presentation about the history of the home and life of Harry Truman. Also in the mansion you can buy souvenirs "from the president."

Museum Features

President Truman’s White House on Key West operates daily. But it will not be able to visit at the time of various celebrations, weddings. But guests will know about it in advance. Every year in May, symposiums are held on Truman’s political successes.

In this mansion, you can not only look at the secret side of Truman’s life, but also order a wedding ceremony. In the Small White House is the marriage of politicians or ordinary people. There is a beautiful garden with smooth paths and terraces with lights that will make any wedding celebration special and inimitable.

Continuing the theme of the shady mansion are other interesting places in Key West.

Tourists who plan to spend 2-3 days here can stay in local hotels located nearby:

• Marqueza Hotel;
• Ocean Key Resort and Spa;
• Westin Key West Resort and Marina.

If you visit the mansion, you can become part of the history of the United States, be filled with the atmosphere of the presidents of America and have a good rest.

Where to book a tour?

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