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Presidents' Day meets Paradise

While much of the country is still knee deep in winter weather, Presidents’ Day Weekend at Truman Little White House offers a distinctly Key West way to celebrate. The historic site comes alive hosting special events and experiences that blend presidential history with the island’s signature atmosphere, inviting visitors to step back in time while enjoying the holiday weekend in paradise. Spend the holiday weekend surrounded by turquoise waters, ocean breezes, and a laid-back island.  

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Celebrate History in Key West this Holiday Weekend

Key West shines during this weekend with special events at the Harry S. Truman Little White House. Presidents loved to relax here, and now it invites you to join the festivities, blending history with today’s fun of sun, sand and sipping your favorite cocktail.

Happy Hour at Truman White house

Happy Hour at Harry's

Thursday, February 12

6:00pm– 8:00pm:  This kickoff event combines cocktails, light hors d’oeuvres, and a spirited trivia competition hosted on the grounds of the Truman Little White House. Guests can enjoy drinks from “Harry’s Bar” while competing in presidential trivia; the winning team earns a tour in the Foundation’s vintage presidential limousine. 

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Members Only Special Event

Meet and Greet for Members Only

 Friday, February 13

11:30am - 1pm: The Foundation galleries, located at 201 Front St, Suite 101, will be open for members only. There will be Heart Starters (Bourbon drinks) and mimosas to drink and baked goods and hors d’oeuvres to snack on. Please come and celebrate with us!

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Main Event of the Weekend

The Legacy of President Carter Presidential Forum

Saturday, February 14

4:00pm: Doors open & cash bar
4:30pm: Forum begins
This is the centerpiece event of the weekend, featuring a panel discussion with presidential descendants including Amy Carter, James Earl Carter IV, Joshua Carter, Susan Ford Bales, and Clifton Truman Daniel. 

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Give 'Em Hell, Harry! A One Man Play

Sunday, February 15

Only Two Performances! 
Sunday, February 15 and Monday, February 16
4:30pm  (doors typically open ~4:00 p.m.)
Clifton Truman Daniel reprises his acclaimed one-man show portraying President Harry S. Truman, presented on the grounds of the Little White House. 

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Follow us for the Fun

Presidents' Day Cookout

Monday, February 16

11:30am – 1:30pm:  A family-friendly cookout on the lawn with hamburgers, veggie burgers, hot dogs, music, a cash bar, and lawn games; brings the weekend to a festive close. Suggested donation at the door.