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
This Week in Roosevelt History: November 1-7
November 7, 1944: FDR is re-elected for a fourth term as president. Franklin D. Roosevelt is re-elected for a fourth term as President. November 10, 1944 FDR Library Photo Collection. NPx. 72-18377A.
This Week in Roosevelt History: October 22-31
October 24, 1945: The United Nations officially came into existence as its charter took effect. Eleanor Roosevelt speaking at the UN. November 3, 1946 FDR Library Photo Collection. Npx. 56-480(1).
Eleanor Roosevelt – My Day: October 22-31
October 23, 1944 "HYDE PARK, Sunday—Yesterday I accompanied my husband on his trip around New York. It is a long time since we have done anything of this kind. In spite of the bad weather, it was an interesting experience, and I was glad that the President had this stimulating drive and could attend the … Continue reading Eleanor Roosevelt – My Day: October 22-31
Public Forum this Sunday
Sunday, October 24, 2010 1935 AND THE ENDURING NEW DEAL: The Works Progress Administration and the Rural Electrification Administration 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, … Continue reading Public Forum this Sunday
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