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Harry S Truman Little White House

111 Front St, Key West, FL 33040
305 294 9911
Ranked #5 of 81 attractions in Key West
4.5 of 5 stars 276 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites, History Museums, Museums
Owner description: As Florida’s only presidential museum, the Harry S. Truman Little White House was the winter White House for this country's 33rd president. Truman...... more » Owner description: As Florida’s only presidential museum, the Harry S. Truman Little White House was the winter White House for this country's 33rd president. Truman spent 175 days during 13 vacations in the home that is filled with original furnishing and memorabilia from Truman’s days. Presidents Taft, Eisenhower, Kennedy, Carter and Clinton also used the house. Guided tours offer guests a window into the world President Truman and life of a US president. « less
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SugarGroveBride
Fishers, Indiana
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17 reviews
18 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed February 2, 2012 NEW

My husband, more so than me, is a very big history buff and was really looking forward to this tour. I found the gift shop to be the most interesting part because they have some great books. Both of us were a bit bored and disappointed by the tour. More

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Seadog1947
Scarborough, Maine
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19 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 2, 2012 NEW

The guided tour was interesting and informational. It gives you an clearer understanding of the stress and big decisions that H.S. Truman faced immediately upon becoming President after the death of Franklin D. Roosevelt. From the decorations, furniture, and the tour guide you understand that President Truman was a common man in uncommon times. A visit to Key West would... More

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dcdogmom
Washington DC, District of Columbia
Top Contributor
69 reviews
151 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 2, 2012 NEW

We liked this tour. The house is nothing spectacular...but the stories and history are great. We especially enjoyed the video presentation. More

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black325
Freehold, NJ
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43 reviews
75 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 2, 2012 NEW

The tour of the house and its history was very interesting. Enjoyed learning more about Harry. More

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Gjackso
Atlanta, GA
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12 reviews
3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 2, 2012 NEW

First the tour guide was extremely informative and enthusiastic. The building and it's contents are mostly original and actually used by Harry Truman. Among other things you will see the poker table where he played. A nice tour for sure. More

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alanjmont
Reston, Virginia
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8 reviews
8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 2, 2012 NEW

Worth being on the top of your Key West visit. A great place to relive Harry Truman's administration and what he accomplished while spending time in the tropical paradise of Key West. More

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Charla
Cincinnati, Ohio
Top Contributor
58 reviews
76 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 1, 2012 NEW

The Little White House is charming in its own retro way. The building started out as a barracks, so it's not ever going to be confused with the Taj Mahal, but its imperfections may just be what brings this place to life. The furnishings are authentic (they don't all match) and the wear is obvious, although it's been carefully maintained,... More

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Traveller1506
Arlington, Virginia
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3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 1, 2012 NEW

excellent guides who provide an abundance of wonderful information; well worth your time More

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bharz
Emporia, Kansas
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22 reviews
3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 1, 2012 NEW

Very interesting glimpse into life in the '50s in Florida. More

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Donald U
Littleton, Colorado
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 1, 2012 NEW

The tour was excellent. The guide was informative and historically accurate, providing an insight into Harry Truman that one would not otherwise obtain. The pace of the tour was spot on. Easy to find, and a great way to spend part of a morning before visiting other sights. We place it as one of the best tours of its kind... More

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