Hyde Park in Dutchess County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Springwood
Photographed By Michael Herrick, May 7, 2015
1. Springwood Marker
The house before you today is dramatically different from the farmhouse FDR’s father purchased in 1867. Over the years, the home reflected the changing circumstances in FDR’s life. In good times, he expanded the house to meet the needs of his growing family and political career. In difficult times, he took refuge here. In all times, Springwood gave him a sense of continuity and stability.
1915 Eleanor and Franklin add 18 rooms to the house to better accommodate their large family.
1921 FDR contracts polio and loses the use of his legs. The trunk elevator is modified and becomes FDR’s personal elevator.
November 3, 1936 The Roosevelt family after FDR’s election to the Presidency. The portico was added to enhance the home’s stateliness and to create a backdrop for political functions.
April 12, 1946 President Truman dedicates FDR’s home as a National Park System site. Eleanor Roosevelt and Marian Anderson are among the dignitaries pictured at the ceremony.
Erected by National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Events. In addition, it is included in the Eleanor Roosevelt
this page online
Location. 41° 46.05′ N, 73° 56.111′ W. Marker is in Hyde Park, New York, in Dutchess County. Marker can be reached from the intersection of Albany Post Road (U.S. 9) and FDR Drive, on the left when traveling north. Located on the grounds of the Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 4097 Albany Post Road, Hyde Park NY 12538, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The heart of Franklin Roosevelt (here, next to this marker); The World Mourns (within shouting distance of this marker); Preserving a President’s View (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library (about 300 feet away); Freedom Court (about 400 feet away); Berlin Wall Figures (about 400 feet away); Franklin Delano Roosevelt (about 400 feet away); On Guard (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Hyde Park.
Also see . . .
1. Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt, National Park Service. (Submitted on May 9, 2015, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.)
2. Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt National Historic Site - National Archives
Photographed By Michael Herrick, May 7, 2015
2. Springwood Marker
Photographed By Michael Herrick, May 7, 2015
3. Springwood - The Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt
Photographed By Michael Herrick, May 7, 2015
4. Springwood - The Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, April 5, 2016
5. Springwood Living Room
FDR's wheelchair can be seen at the left of the photo.
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, April 5, 2016
6. Inside Springwood
On top of the piano are photographs of dignitaries who stayed at Hyde Park. Seen on the left are King George VI and Queen Elizabeth of Great Britain.
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, April 5, 2016
7. Trunk elevator
As stated on the marker, this elevator is modified and used by Franklin Roosevelt as his personal elevator after he was stricken with polio.
Credits. This page was last revised on January 25, 2024. It was originally submitted on May 9, 2015, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut. This page has been viewed 488 times since then and 20 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on May 9, 2015, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut. 5, 6, 7. submitted on April 5, 2016, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey.
