Students Visit Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural Site

In celebration of Constitution Week, many of our fourth-grade students had the wonderful opportunity to visit the Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural Site and learn about one of the most pivotal moments in American history. They were able to experience interactive exhibits, explore the historic building, and engage in hands-on learning that brought history to life.

This site preserves the house where Roosevelt was administered the Oath of Office following President William McKinley’s death after being shot at the Pan-American Exposition. The museum features a wide variety of exhibits regarding the assassination and inauguration as well as Roosevelt's presidency. Students found the interactive exhibits to be extremely engaging and enjoyable, even more than anticipated. They especially enjoyed an AI exhibit which was programmed to respond to questions exactly as Theodore Roosevelt would have.

Constitution Week begins with Constitution Day, which is always celebrated on September 17th, the day in 1787 that the delegates to the Constitutional Convention signed the document. The visit was made possible by the Erie County Historical Commission. Special thanks go out to Co-Vice Chair Lindsey Lauren Visser and Deputy County Executive Lisa Chimera as well as all the teachers, administrators, and support staff who managed the planning and logistics.