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Eleanor Roosevelt and other mourners stand in Springwood's Rose Garden for FDR's funeral.

King George, Queen Elizabeth, and the Roosevelts (Eleanor, Sara, and FDR) all visit the St. James Church, located across the street from Springwood. During the royal visit, the first time a sitting monarch came to the U.S., FDR showed them American…

As a history major at Harvard, FDR understood the importance of preserving a historical record. In 1939, he started building the first presidential library, one of his own design. Finished in 1940, it was dedicated in 1941.

After assuming the presidency, FDR continued to visit Springwood as often as he could. He used it as a more secluded extension of the White House and even gave a few fireside chats from there.

Franklin and his mother shared a very close connection all their lives. The only child in their marriage, Sara and her husband, James, spoiled Franklin. His father died when he was 18, but FDR only outlived his mother by 4 years.

Although their romantic relationship fizzled fairly quickly within their marriage, Franklin and Eleanor never divorced and remained friendly, political partners.

Despite his paralysis from polio, FDR still found ways to enjoy himself. He had his car customized so that he could drive with his hands.

In 1931, FDR speaks in front of his Hyde Park Home. Depending on when in 1931 this photo was taken, he is either still campaigning for the presidency or has already won the position.

FDR campaigns in his hometown after he accepts the vice-presidential nomination, an election he will ultimately lose. Within a year, he will contract polio and lose all mobility in his legs.

A 16-year-old FDR sits on the porch of Springwood with his mother, Sara Delano Roosevelt.

Seven-year-old FDR rides a horse on the Springwood property.

Photograph of the exterior of FDR's Hyde Park home, Springwood.