Great Depression

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  Prince William Forest Park Junior Ranger

  Prince William Forest Park

  Have you ever wanted to become a park ranger? Now is your chance! By joining the Junior Ranger Corps at Prince William Forest Park, you can learn what makes this park so special and how you can help protect the park for future generations. Junior Rangers will explore Prince William Forest Park, learn about the resources and history, and help the National Park Service protect our national treasures! Visitors of all ages are welcome to complete a workbook and earn their very own Junior Ranger badge. Booklets can be picked up at the Visitor Center. Not able to make it to Prince William Forest Park and would like to learn more about the park? You can download and print the workbook or email us if you'd like for us to send you a hard copy of the workbook. If you can't get to the visitor center to earn your badge, you can mail your completed workbook to : Prince William Forest Park Division of Interpretation and Education 18100 Park Headquarters Road Triangle, VA 22172

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  Tour FDR's Home

  Home Of Franklin D Roosevelt National Historic Site

  Tour Schedule Tour schedule changes seasonally. Visit the Operating Hours and Seasons Page for more information. Be advised: 1. Tickets are sold on a first-come, first-served basis. In the summer months and October tours may sell out early. 2.There is a 5-10 minute walk from the visitor center to the Home tour starting location. How to Obtain Tickets Access to FDR's home is by guided tour only. Tickets are $15. Tickets for children ages 15 and younger are free. Visit Fees and Passes for more information on ticket prices, National Park passes, and free entrance days in all National Parks. Credit cards are the only form of payment we can accept. The park offers academic waivers of entrance fees for school groups. To learn more about how to qualify and apply for waivers, visit our Education webpage. About the Tour The tour presents about fifteen rooms on two floors of the house. Occasionally, specific rooms or floors may be unavailable or unfurnished for preservation work. Check with a ranger at the Visitor Center for information about possible preservation impacts. Preservation Restrictions and Conditions Baby strollers, "Gerry" carriers, or infant carriers with handles are not permitted in FDR's home. Backpacks and parcels (including purses, briefcases, diaper bags, camera bags) that exceed 11" x 15" in either dimension are not permitted in FDR;s home. The public may not carry open containers of food or beverages in FDR's home. Water bottles are permitted, but must remain sealed and contained at all times while inside buildings with museum collections. Photography is permitted inside FDR's home, but we ask that you refrain from using your flash. Selfie Sticks and Tripods are not permitted on the public tour.

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