Baseball grew into its own in New York City, becoming America’s pastime, but if you think it’s not still the New York game, fahgettaboudit. Author Kevin Baker examines the urban origins of baseball.
Author Sarah Miller traces Lorena Hickok’s – known as Hick – rise from devastating childhood to renowned journalist, looking up close at her close friendship with Eleanor Roosevelt.
"Hollywood Goes to War" Film Series
September 10, 2025
Cry 'Havoc'
Time: 2:00pm ET
Location: Henry A. Wallace Center
In the early days of World War II in the Philippines, Army nurse Lieutenant Mary "Smitty" Smith (Margaret Sullavan) battles inadequate supplies, Japanese air raids, petty jealousies and a serious bout of malaria.
This is a free public event, but registrationis required to attend in-person.
New Special Exhibit
Signature Moments: Letters from the Famous, the Infamous, and Everyday Americans
9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Now-July 7, 2026
Location: FDR Presidential Library
From Einstein to Earhart, Oppenheimer to Shirley Temple — an extraordinary cast of characters wrote to Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt. Signature Moments offers a rare look at these personal exchanges, alongside treasures from FDR’s own archive of historic documents and artifacts. Part of the Library’s America250 celebration. Click hereto learn more.
Regular Library and Museum admission applies to view the exhibit.
New Special Exhibit
The American Revolution Experience
9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Now–Sep 1, 2025
Location: Henry A. Wallace Center
As part of our multi-year America250 celebration, the Library is pleased to be hosting a special traveling exhibit in partnership with the Chancellor Livingston Chapter, NSDAR and the Dutchess County Historical Society.
This exhibition is made possible by the American Battlefield Trust and the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution. Visitors may view the exhibit free of charge in the visitor center.
Amberjack II Model
FDR piloted the AMBERJACK II on a summer cruise in June 1933 from New England to Campobello Island after the completion of his famous first 100 days in office.
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