Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library author talk and book signing: Former investigative reporter for The Washington Post and Time magazine TED GUP to speak about his new book A SECRET GIFT: HOW ONE MAN'S KINDNESS - AND TROVE OF LETTERS - REVEALED THE HIDDEN HISTORY OF THE GREAT DEPRESSION December 5, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. … Continue reading Book Talk – December 5th
Month: November 2010
Eleanor Roosevelt – My Day: November 22-30
November 25, 1943 "WASHINGTON, Wednesday—...There are some on this Thanksgiving Day who will feel that everything for which they might be thankful is overshadowed by the loss of some young life, either in the process of training or in the actual fighting. But even to those who are sad, there is reason for thankfulness in … Continue reading Eleanor Roosevelt – My Day: November 22-30
This Week in Roosevelt History: November 22-30
November 23, 1939: Thanksgiving was celebrated today as by a proclamation by FDR setting the date one week earlier than normal. He moved the date up one week to help retailers since many people did not start their Christmas shopping until after Thanksgiving, thereby giving them an extra week to shop.
Public Forum this Sunday
Sunday, November 21, 2010 1935 AND THE ENDURING NEW DEAL: The Arts & History Programs Location: Henry A. Wallace Center Time: 2:00 p.m. In honor of the 75th anniversary of the enactment of the Social Security Act, the Works Progress Administration, the National Labor Relations Act, and the Rural Electrification Administration, the FDR Presidential Library … Continue reading Public Forum this Sunday
National Issues Forum – Economic Security: How Should We Take Charge of Our Future?
Thursday, November 18, 2010 National Issues Forum: Economic Security: How Should We Take Charge of Our Future? Location: Henry A. Wallace Center Time: 7:00 p.m. In collaboration with the National Issues Forums Institute (NIFI) and the Kettering Foundation, the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum will host a public discussion on economic security on … Continue reading National Issues Forum – Economic Security: How Should We Take Charge of Our Future?
This Week in Roosevelt History: November 15-21
November 19, 1939: FDR addresses the crowd at the laying of the cornerstone of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Library in Hyde Park, NY.
Eleanor Roosevelt – My Day: November 15-21
November 15, 1947 "NEW YORK, Friday—Anyone who has ever taken a trip to some of our national parks cannot fail to recognize their value to our nation. In the first place, they preserve areas of timberland which are important to our water supply. They give protection to wildlife of all kinds. And they furnish a … Continue reading Eleanor Roosevelt – My Day: November 15-21
This Week in Roosevelt History: November 8-14
November 8, 1910: FDR is elected to the New York State Senate representing Dutchess, Columbia and Putnam counties. Franklin D. Roosevelt in Dutchess County campaigning for the New York State Senate. FDR Library Photo Collection. NPx. 48-22:4014(24).
Eleanor Roosevelt – My Day: November 8-14
November 12, 1942 "LONDONDERRY, Northern Ireland—The flight to Ireland yesterday morning was smooth and uneventful, but there was just enough mist to prevent our seeing a great deal below us. We arrived in time to lunch with the Governor General, His Grace, the Duke of Abercorn and the Duchess of Abercorn. We then hurried on … Continue reading Eleanor Roosevelt – My Day: November 8-14
Eleanor Roosevelt – My Day: November 1-7
November 6, 1940 "HYDE PARK, Tuesday—This is Election Day and I have been told with great firmness to get my column in early because the telegraph wires into New York City will soon be busy with election news. Of course, nothing authentic in the way of election returns can come in until the late afternoon, … Continue reading Eleanor Roosevelt – My Day: November 1-7
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