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President William Jefferson Clinton Birthplace Home National Historic Site

Discover the roots of a president at the humble home where Bill Clinton's journey began in Hope, Arkansas.

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Visit the humble beginnings of the 42nd President of the United States at his birthplace home in Hope, Arkansas. This well-preserved house offers a glimpse into Clinton's early life and the values instilled in him during his formative years.

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Local tips

  • Take the ranger-guided tour for an in-depth look at the home and President Clinton's early life.
  • Visit the Virginia Clinton Kelley Memorial Garden for a peaceful moment of reflection.
  • Check out the exhibits at the visitor center to learn more about Clinton's childhood and the history of Hope, Arkansas.
  • The visitor center is closed on Thursdays, New Year's Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
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Getting There

  • Driving

    From I-30, take Exit 30 and head south on Hwy 278 (Hervey Street) for about 2 miles. Turn left onto West 2nd Street. Look for the 'Public Parking: Klipsch Heritage Museum and Clinton Birthplace Home' sign. Parking is available on the north side of West Division Street. There are no tolls. Parking is free.

  • Walking

    If you are in downtown Hope, the site is located a few blocks west of the main commercial area. Head south on Hervey Street, then turn left on W 2nd Street. The house will be on your left. The visitor center is located on Division Street, immediately northeast of the Birthplace Home.

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The President William Jefferson Clinton Birthplace Home National Historic Site in Hope, Arkansas, preserves the house where Bill Clinton, the 42nd President of the United States, spent the first four years of his life. Born William Jefferson Blythe III on August 19, 1946, Clinton lived in this American Foursquare-style home with his widowed mother and grandparents. The house, built in 1917, has been restored to its appearance during Clinton's childhood, offering visitors a glimpse into his early life. The site includes the house, a visitor center with exhibits about Clinton's early life, and the Virginia Clinton Kelley Memorial Garden, dedicated to Clinton's mother. Ranger-guided tours of the Birthplace Home are offered every 30 minutes. Visitors can explore the home's interior, seeing the rooms where Clinton lived and learned. The visitor center features exhibits about Clinton's upbringing in Hope, Arkansas, and a bookstore. Visiting this site offers insight into the values and experiences that shaped Clinton's life and career. It highlights the importance of family, community, and education in his development. The site also touches on themes of race relations and social justice, reflecting the influence of Clinton's grandfather, who owned a store that served customers of all races.

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