Calvin Coolidge Homestead
Vermont
The Calvin Coolidge Homestead, located in Plymouth Notch, Vermont, is the preserved childhood home of the 30th President of the United States, Calvin Coolidge. The property includes the house where Coolidge lived from age four until he left for school, and notably, the room where he was sworn in as president by his father following President Harding's death. The homestead remains largely unchanged since that historic 1923 inauguration, with original furnishings and artifacts on display behind glass. The surrounding district encompasses several historic buildings including a farmer's museum, general store, cheese factory, one-room schoolhouse, and the Union Christian Church, all contributing to the rural New England heritage. Visitors can also see the restored rooms of Coolidge Hall, used as his Summer White House in 1924, and watch historical newsreel films. The site offers a unique glimpse into early 20th-century presidential history and Vermont's rural past, making it a nationally recognized historic landmark and a significant cultural attraction.
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Consiglio: The Coolidge Homestead is best visited between late May and mid-October when it is open daily from 9:30 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Visitors are encouraged to buy tickets in advance during peak season to avoid queues. The site offers discounts for seniors, veterans, and groups. Exploring the entire historic district requires comfortable walking shoes and time to appreciate the multiple buildings and exhibits. Nearby Calvin Coolidge State Park offers additional outdoor activities for visitors.
Fatti interessanti
- •Calvin Coolidge was sworn in as U.S. President in the family parlor by his father after President Harding's death in 1923.
- •The homestead has been kept in the same condition and with many of the same furnishings as on the night of Coolidge's inauguration.
- •The Coolidge Homestead District includes a variety of historic buildings such as a cheese factory museum and a one-room schoolhouse.
- •Four generations of the Coolidge family, including President Coolidge, are buried in the nearby Plymouth Notch Cemetery.
- •Coolidge Hall served as Coolidge's Summer White House in 1924 and has been restored with contemporary newsreel films on display.
Storia
The Coolidge Homestead was purchased and expanded by John Coolidge, father of Calvin Coolidge, transforming a modest farmhouse into its current form.
Calvin Coolidge lived there from 1876 until 1887 before pursuing education elsewhere but frequently returned to visit family.
The homestead gained national prominence when Coolidge was sworn in as president there in 1923 after President Harding's sudden death.
The house has been preserved without modernization, maintaining its 1923 appearance and furnishings.
The district was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1965 and is now managed by the state of Vermont as part of the Calvin Coolidge State Historical Site.
Guida del luogo
Inaugural Room1923
This room in the Coolidge Homestead is where Calvin Coolidge took the presidential oath of office, administered by his father. It is preserved behind glass with the original lamp, Bible, and table used during the ceremony displayed in their historic positions.
Coolidge Hall1924
Originally the Florence Ciley General Store, Coolidge Hall was used by President Coolidge as his Summer White House in 1924. The rooms have been restored and include a video display of contemporary newsreel footage from his presidency.
Farmer's Museum
A museum showcasing agricultural tools, equipment, and rural life artifacts from the Coolidge family's era, reflecting Vermont's farming heritage.
Plymouth Cheese Factory
A historic cheese-making museum located upstairs in the cheese factory building, illustrating traditional Vermont cheese production methods.
Union Christian Church
A historic church within the district that reflects the religious heritage of the Plymouth Notch community during Coolidge's lifetime.
Contatto
Telefono: (802) 672-3773