The Roosevelt Campobello
International Park

The Roosevelt Campobello International Park is a unique example of international cooperation. This 2800 acre park is a joint memorial by Canada and the United States and a symbol of the close relationship between the two countries. Here are the cottage and the grounds where President Roosevelt vacationed, the waters where he sailed, and the woods, bogs, and beaches where he tramped and relaxed. The Roosevelt Campobello International Park was established under an agreement signed by President Lyndon B. Johnson and Prime Minister Lester B. Pearson on January 22, 1964. The Roosevelt Campobello International Park was officially opened on August 20, 1964.

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VISITATION:

Approximately 150,000 annually; highest in August.

LOCATION:

Welshpool, Campobello Island, New Brunswick, Canada.

ADDRESS:

Mailing: United States:
P.O. Box 97
Lubec, ME 04652
Mailing: Canada:
P.O. Box 9
Welshpool, NB, Canada E0G 3H0
Physical:
Route 774
Welshpool, Campobello, NB, Canada

TELEPHONE:

(506) 752-2922
(506) 752-6000 FAX

OPERATING HOURS, SEASONS:

Daily, Saturday following Victoria Day (the Saturday prior to U.S. Memorial Day), and remains open through Canadian Thanksgiving (U.S. Columbus Day). Visiting hours are from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. A.D.T. (9 a.m. to 5 p.m. E.D.T.) seven days a week. The last tour of the cottage is at 5:45 A.D.T. (4:45 E.D.T.).

CLIMATE, RECOMMENDED CLOTHING:

Cool coastal climate with frequent morning fog. Wear comfortable sportswear with walking shoes. A warm jacket or sweater and rain gear is recommended.

DIRECTIONS:

From Boston take I-95 north to Bangor, Maine. Continue east on Route 1A to Ellsworth and then east on Route 1 to Whiting Village. Take Route 189 to Lubec and cross the International Bridge to Campobello Island. The Park is located approximately two miles from the International Bridge.

TRANSPORTATION:

To Park: personal vehicle via above routes. Nearest full service airports located in Bangor, Maine; St. John, New Brunswick; and Fredericton, New Brunswick.
In Park: personal vehicle, bicycle.

FEES, COSTS, RATES:

No admission fees. Donations accepted with boxes available on site.

FACILITIES AND OPPORTUNITIES:

Visitor Center/Exhibits:
The Park's visitor center provides an introduction to the Park. The video "Outer Island/Beloved Island", produced by the Park Commission, is shown continuously in the center and is a portrait of the Island and its impact on Franklin Roosevelt. Other FDR exhibits are also on display at the visitor center.

Trails, Roads:

The are 8.4 miles of drives located in the Park's 2800 acre natural area. Eight miles of walking trails branch off of these drives. The trails are designed to offer short hikes, individually, or moderate to long hikes when travelled in combination.

Programs/Activities:

The Roosevelt Cottage is the centerpiece of the Park. Guides are stationed throughout the home to answer questions and provide interpretation of the home and artifacts. Visitors can see the room used as an office by President Roosevelt during his 1933 visit, his bedroom, Mrs. Roosevelt's writing room, the living room, dining room, kitchen, laundry, nursery, and family bedrooms, including the room where Franklin D. Roosevelt, Jr. was born. Visitors tour the home at their own pace. In addition to the Roosevelt Cottage, the Park Commission has acquired and restored four other "cottages" dating from the same period. One of these, the Hubbard Cottage, is also available for public viewing when it is not in use in the Park's conference program. Visitors can also enjoy the Park's extensive gardens, picnic areas and ocean vistas.

Lodging and camping facilities:

There are no lodging or camping facilities on the Park grounds. Herring Cove Provincial Park is immediately adjacent to the Roosevelt Campobello International Park and offers camping facilities. There are also private campgrounds on the island and in neighboring Lubec. Accommodations can be found in local Lubec and Campobello motels, bed and breakfasts, and cottage rentals.

Food/supplies:

There are no food or supply concessions within the Park. Food and supplies can be purchased at local restaurants, take outs, and stores.

Other Concessions/NPS-Managed Visitor Facilities and

Opportunities:
A limited selection of items of memorabilia are available for resale in the Park's visitor center.

Accessibility:

The visitor center, first floor of the Roosevelt Cottage and Hubbard Cottage are wheelchair accessible. Many of the Natural Area facilities are wheelchair accessible as well. Inquiries regarding accessibility should be made at the visitor cnter. Wheelchair loans are available. The films shown at the visitor center are captioned for the hearing impaired. A video tour of the entire Roosevelt Cottage as well as the second floor only is available for viewing upon request.

Special Needs:

Parking is available for cars, recreational vehicles and buses at the visitor center and in an overflow area.

RECOMMENDED ACTIVITIES/PARK USE:

Viewing the film and exhibits at the visitor center; touring the Roosevelt Cottage and grounds; hiking, bicycling, bird watching and sightseeing in the Natural Area.

RESERVATIONS/PERMITS:

Reservations are not accepted. The Park operates on a first come first serve basis. Advance notification by large groups is encouraged and appreciated.

BASIC VISIT RECOMMENDATIONS:

Stay from two to four hours; may require eight or more hours for leisurely visit or extensive use of Park's Natural Area.

VISITOR IMPACTS:

The Roosevelt Campobello International Park Commission has developed a conference program making use of the period "cottages." Through this program the park hosts conferences that are mostly noncommercial, governmental, or academic in nature. A limited number of commercial conferences are also allowed. Whenever possible, conferences are international in scope, discussing and exploring issues and concepts that are of significance in Canada and the United States. For further information contact the Park Conference Manager.

ADJACENT VISITOR ATTRACTIONS:

East Quoddy Lighthouse, West Quoddy Lighthouse, Herring Cove Provincial Park, Herring Cove Golf Course.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Write: Superintendent, Roosevelt Campobello International Park Commission, P.O. Box 97, Lubec, Maine 04652; or in Canada; Superintendent, Roosevelt Campobello International Park Commission, P.O. Box 9, Welshpool, NB E0G 3H0.

Last Updated:Monday, 09-Jun-97 10:24:03
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