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President Lincoln's Cottage in Washington DC.

Lincoln’s Cottage, Washington DC: Visiting Abraham Lincoln’s former home

If you are planning a visit to Lincoln’s Cottage in Washington DC, this article describes what makes the site revealing, how the tours work, and what you learn about Abraham Lincoln’s private life away from the White House. Why Abraham Lincoln chose Lincoln’s Cottage Unexpected…

Mount Vernon and slavery: Confronting the uncomfortable legacy behind George Washington’s estate

Behind the grand mansion and formal gardens of Mount Vernon lies a quieter, more troubling story. Visiting the reconstructed slave quarters at Mount Vernon forces a reckoning with George Washington and slavery, and with choices that shaped the early United States. It looks like a…

Sherwood Forest, Virginia: A guide to John Tyler’s presidential plantation

A guide to Sherwood Forest, Virginia. Explore President John Tyler's presidential plantation, its history, and what visitors can expect from a tour. Overview: History, what to expect, and unique features of Sherwood Forest Sherwood Forest Plantation is a historic house and former plantation located in…

Berkeley Plantation, Virginia: Discovering presidents, Thanksgiving & Taps

Overview: History, what to expect, and unique features of Berkeley Plantation Berkeley Plantation, located along the James River in Charles City County, is recognized as one of the most historically significant plantations in Virginia. Its history spans four centuries, beginning with the 1619 landing of…

Five great presidential museums and houses to visit in the US

From the JFK Library in Boston to Lincoln’s Cottage in Washington DC, visiting US presidential libraries and houses can offer great insights into both the men and their eras. JFK Presidential Library and Museum, Boston In the southern outskirts of Boston, Massachusetts, the John F…

The Truman Little White House in Key West, Florida.

The Truman Little White House, Key West: Inside the presidential retreat

Discover the fascinating story of President Harry Truman's Key West hideaway, where the 33rd president made history-changing decisions while wearing tropical shirts and playing poker. From atomic bomb decisions to NATO's foundation, explore how this humble Florida Keys retreat became America's "Little White House." The…

The JFK Library and Museum review: Understanding Boston’s President Kennedy

The JFK Library and Museum in Boston oftens evocative insights into one of the US’ most mythologised presidents. The fame of dying too soon It’s funny how some people become cultural icons without people knowing too much about them. Just ask any student wearing a…

The Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum in Yorba Linda, California.

Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum in Yorba Linda: Complete guide with prices, hours and exhibits

This guide, updated in January 2026, covers everything you need to visit the Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum: admission prices, opening hours, how to get there from Los Angeles and Orange County, and what exhibits to prioritise. I explain the Watergate Gallery, Nixon's birthplace,…

Plan your visit to Mary Todd Lincoln House: Opening hours, ticket prices and parking

First time visiting Mary Todd Lincoln House? This guide covers opening hours, ticket prices, parking, accessibility, and how to get there. History and overview of Mary Todd Lincoln House Mary Todd Lincoln House in Lexington, Kentucky was built between 1803 and 1806 and originally served…

Thomas Jefferson's Monticello in Virginia.

The best presidential homes in Virginia for visitors

The best presidential homes in Virginia for visitors are Mount Vernon and Monticello, but others – including the Berkeley Plantation on the James River – are worth a look. American history in Virginia No US state is quite as swathed in history as Virginia. It’s…