Eisenhower House facts for kids
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Commandant's Residence, Quarters Number One, Fort Adams
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U.S. National Historic Landmark District
Contributing Property |
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The Eisenhower House in 2017
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 Location in Rhode Island
Location in the United States
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| Location | Newport, Rhode Island |
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| Built | 1873 |
| Architect | George C. Mason & Son |
| Architectural style | Victorian |
| Part of | Fort Adams (ID70000014) |
| NRHP reference No. | 74000043 |
Quick facts for kids Significant dates |
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| Added to NRHP | May 8, 1974 |
| Designated NHLDCP | July 28, 1970 |
The Eisenhower House, once called the Commandant's Residence or Quarters Number One, is a historic building. It is part of Fort Adams State Park in Newport, Rhode Island. This house is well-known because a United States President used it as his summer home.
A Look Back in Time
This beautiful house was built in 1873. A company called George C. Mason & Son designed it. The very first person to live in the house was General Henry Jackson Hunt.
Years later, in 1958 and 1960, Dwight D. Eisenhower used the house. He was the President of the United States at that time. President Eisenhower chose this house as his summer residence. He loved to play golf. This house was very close to the Newport Country Club. Because of his stays, the house became known as the "Eisenhower House." It was also called the "Summer White House" during his presidency.
What It's Like Today
The Eisenhower House became part of Fort Adams State Park in 1964. This happened after the United States Navy gave Fort Adams to the State of Rhode Island.
In 1974, the house was added to the National Register of Historic Places. This is a special list of important historical places in the United States. Today, the Eisenhower House is a popular place for events. Many people use it for weddings and other special gatherings.
