The
life and times of President Woodrow Wilson are captured in this National
Historic Landmark. Scholar, educator, governor, statesman and the only
former president to make his home in the nation's capitol, Wilson retired
to the Embassy Row section of Washington in 1921. In leading the United
States through World War I, as welll as working tirelessly to establish
the League of Nations, Wilson expanded America's role in international af
fairs and placed the country in a position of world leadership. The red
brick Georgian Revival town house is rich in the legacy of Wilson's
remarkable career.
The house at 2340 S Street, N.W., was designed in 1915 by architect Waddy B. Wood and was purchased by the President in 1920 as a surprise for his second wife, Edith Bolling Wilson. Following a Scottish tradition, Wilson presented his wife with a small p iece of sod from the garden and the key to the front door. Here the Wilsons entertained prominent visitors, including David Lloyd George and Georges Clemenceau, read books from their extensive library, enjoyed movies and often went for rides through Rock Creek Park and into the Virginia coutryside.
Woodrow Wilson began his long and varied career as
a university professor, writing nine books and more than 35 articles on
politics and history. After serving as president of Princeton University, he was elected
governor of New Jersey. In 1912, he was elected president of the United
States, winning re-election to a second term in 1916.
We invite you to explore this unique time capsule of Washington history in the 1920s.
Open to the Public:
Persons requiring special assistance are encouraged to cal lthe property before their visit for more specific information.
Admission charged.
Woodrow Wilson House Museum Shop/group tours/special uses on request.
Woodrow Wilson House (1915), a museum property of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, is accredited by the American Association of Museums. For further information write or call:
Woodrow Wilson House Museum
January through December, Tuesday-Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day. Groups admitted year round by reservation.
2340 S Street, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20008
(202) 387-4062
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