US President Sites - Visiting the John F Kennedy Historic Sites
This is one of a series of travelogue articles spotlighting historic sites dedicated to American presidents.
Each of our past presidents has at least one site in their honor, and many are major tourist attractions.
Let's take a closer look at the two sites honoring our 35th president, John F.
Kennedy...
Kennedy Historic Sites Overview President Kennedy was born in Massachusetts, so it is fitting both of the historic sites dedicated to him are located in the state.
Long an influential family not only locally but nationally, the Kennedy family has deep roots in Massachusetts, extending to this day.
The two sites open to the public are the Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, and the John F.
Kennedy Historic Site, which is his boyhood home.
The library and museum complex is located in Boston, while the boyhood home is in nearby Brookline.
Kennedy Presidential Museum The museum complex is located on Columbia Point, on Boston's waterfront.
The striking and spacious building holds three theaters and over two dozen multimedia exhibits detailing the Kennedy years and the events of the early 1960's.
Stroll around the nine acre park either before or after your visit and enjoy the invigorating seaside air amidst pine trees, wild roses, and landscaped grounds.
There is also a striking view of the harbor and the downtown Boston skyline.
Upon entering, there is an introductory film to view, narrated by the president himself as he discusses his early years and entry into politics.
Permanent exhibits include overviews of the major initiatives of the administration, including the Peace Corps, space program, and renovation of the White House.
The Kennedy family is also spotlighted, including an expansive gallery dedicated to the First Lady and then Attorney General Robert Kennedy.
Major events of the administration are focal points, particularly the Cuban missile crisis and the genesis of the Civil Rights movement.
Visiting The President's Boyhood Home Located on a tree lined street in Brookline, the Kennedy birthplace is open for tours seasonally and closed in winter.
This home is where the president spent his boyhood years, along with several of his siblings.
Rose Kennedy returned to live here in 1967 and had the home restored to its original appearance.
Two years later, she donated the home to the National Park Service on behalf of the American people.
National Park Service rangers conduct guided tours of the home.
Visitors can view a collection of original furniture, photographs, and mementos from the Kennedy family.
Self guided tours are also available, as is a weekly walking tour of the neighborhood which highlights many of John F.
Kennedy's early life.
Summary Visiting the two President Kennedy historical sites is a perfect part of a Boston area tour agenda.
Both the museum and boyhood home are important locations that highlight the life and career of one of America's most beloved presidents.
Each of our past presidents has at least one site in their honor, and many are major tourist attractions.
Let's take a closer look at the two sites honoring our 35th president, John F.
Kennedy...
Kennedy Historic Sites Overview President Kennedy was born in Massachusetts, so it is fitting both of the historic sites dedicated to him are located in the state.
Long an influential family not only locally but nationally, the Kennedy family has deep roots in Massachusetts, extending to this day.
The two sites open to the public are the Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, and the John F.
Kennedy Historic Site, which is his boyhood home.
The library and museum complex is located in Boston, while the boyhood home is in nearby Brookline.
Kennedy Presidential Museum The museum complex is located on Columbia Point, on Boston's waterfront.
The striking and spacious building holds three theaters and over two dozen multimedia exhibits detailing the Kennedy years and the events of the early 1960's.
Stroll around the nine acre park either before or after your visit and enjoy the invigorating seaside air amidst pine trees, wild roses, and landscaped grounds.
There is also a striking view of the harbor and the downtown Boston skyline.
Upon entering, there is an introductory film to view, narrated by the president himself as he discusses his early years and entry into politics.
Permanent exhibits include overviews of the major initiatives of the administration, including the Peace Corps, space program, and renovation of the White House.
The Kennedy family is also spotlighted, including an expansive gallery dedicated to the First Lady and then Attorney General Robert Kennedy.
Major events of the administration are focal points, particularly the Cuban missile crisis and the genesis of the Civil Rights movement.
Visiting The President's Boyhood Home Located on a tree lined street in Brookline, the Kennedy birthplace is open for tours seasonally and closed in winter.
This home is where the president spent his boyhood years, along with several of his siblings.
Rose Kennedy returned to live here in 1967 and had the home restored to its original appearance.
Two years later, she donated the home to the National Park Service on behalf of the American people.
National Park Service rangers conduct guided tours of the home.
Visitors can view a collection of original furniture, photographs, and mementos from the Kennedy family.
Self guided tours are also available, as is a weekly walking tour of the neighborhood which highlights many of John F.
Kennedy's early life.
Summary Visiting the two President Kennedy historical sites is a perfect part of a Boston area tour agenda.
Both the museum and boyhood home are important locations that highlight the life and career of one of America's most beloved presidents.