President Theodore Roosevelt in the West
The American West loomed large in the life of Theodore Roosevelt and he likewise loomed large in the region through multiple visits and legislation those experiences inspired. This tour features stories from a 1903 and 1911 tours around the West and his connection with conservation.
Yellowstone’s Favorite President’s Monument: Roosevelt Arch
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“Dedicated and set apart as a public park or pleasuring-ground for the benefit and enjoyment of the people.” Roosevelt Arch is a hearty welcome on the North entrance side of Yellowstone National Park. Standing at 52 feet, this monument is a symbol of the cultural and natural significance of the…
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Theodore Roosevelt and the Havasupai in the Grand Canyon
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President Theodore Roosevelt visits the Grand Canyon meeting the Havasupai Tribe. His efforts are making this landmark a National Park.
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Teddy Roosevelt and John Muir Adventures in Yosemite
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President Theodore Roosevelt and his guide John Muir explored California’s beautiful National Park, Yellowstone, resulting in a nationwide conservation effort.
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Teddy Roosevelt's Welcome in the Beehive State
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President Teddy Roosevelt's Welcome in the Beehive State and his patriotic parade. He addresses Utah citizens and their advancements in irrigation and economics.
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Theodore Roosevelt's Ride Through the Cowboy State
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President Theodore Roosevelt had a penchant for the dramatic in his public persona. His 1903 visit to Wyoming and May 31 speech commemorating Decoration Day (Memorial Day) was no exception.
Upon arrival in Evanston, Wyoming, via train from the west, President Theodore Roosevelt was greeted by a…
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Theodore Roosevelt and Roosevelt Dam
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President Theodore Roosevelt dedicated the Roosevelt Dam. At the time, it was the largest artificial lake and the largest masonry dam in the United States.
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The Big Stick: Teddy Roosevelt Speaks at Idaho University
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“Ex-President Theodore Roosevelt visits the University of Idaho to give a speech and plant a tree,” read an article from Moscow, Idaho’s Daily Argonaut in anticipation of his April 9, 1911, visit to town.
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The Boone and Crockett Club's Connection with Theodore Roosevelt
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By the late 1800s, Western sportsmen and settlers were hunting wildlife at such a rapid pace that many species risked extinction. Theodore Roosevelt recognized this and founded a club dedicated to conserving the land, resources, and wildlife for future generations.
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