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Ulysses S Grant National Historic SiteTheme(s): Presidential Parks | Civil War | |
Description:
Established as a unit of the National Park Service in 1990,
the park commemorates the life, military career, and Presidency
of Ulysses S. Grant, as well as his wife Julia Dent Grant.
The site, also known as White Haven, consists of 9.65 acres
holding five historic structures (main house, stone building,
barn, chicken house, and ice house).
Designations: National Historic Site (October 2, 1989)
Accessibility: The visitor center and restrooms are fully accessible. A
paved road traverses the grounds. The main house is not
accessible at this time, due to restoration work.
Activites:
Educational Programs | And more.
Facilities: Comfort Stations | Tours & Guided Activities | And more.
Directions to Ulysses S Grant National Historic Site
Plane: St. Louis Lambert International Airport is serviced by most major airlines and many local, smaller airline carriers. Lambert is the hub of TWA.
Car: Access by Interstate Highways (I-44, I-55, I-70, I-270), and various state roads; St. Louis is serviced by an
international airport, bus, and Amtrak stations.
Attractions: Grant's Farm Phone:314-843-1700
Nearby Parks: Jefferson National Expansion Memorial (20 miles)
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