Harry S Truman National Historic Site

History:

The Harry S Truman National Historic Site opened to the public on May 15, 1984. In her will, Mrs. Truman donated the site to the United States. Today, the National Park Service preserves and interprets the home of President Truman. Completed in 1885 by Mrs. Truman's grandparents, the 14-room Victorian house provided a home to four generations of the family. When Mr. Truman became President, the house became the "Summer White House."

Harry S Truman Presidential Museum and Library
Preserves the presidential papers, as well as a public museum to the President.

Harry S Truman: American Visionary
A National Park Service web site that highlights his formative years, family, increasing stature in Washington, the presidency, and return home.

Presidential Biography
Basic information on the 33th President of the United States from the White House web site.

Oral History Project
An ongoing project initiated in 1984 with the founding of the Harry S Truman NHS. Includes interviews with people close to Harry and Bess Truman to gain a better understanding of their life in Independence and Grandview.

Avalon Project: The Papers of Harry S. Truman
This Yale site provides a collection of documents, including Truman's Inaugural Address and the text of the Truman Doctrine.

American Experience Truman
Truman timeline plus information and transcript of PBS film on Truman.

The Decision to Drop the Atomic Bomb
Includes documents, photographs, and oral histories.

Harry S Truman National Historic Site
General Information	Photographs and Maps
Getting to the Park	Nearby National Parks, Forests & Scenic Roads
Educational Opportunities	Things to Do
Historical Resources	Travel & Tourism Offices
Jobs and Volunteering	Weather