Discover Edith Bolling Wilson’s birthplace, family home and presidential historic site in downtown Wytheville, Virginia.

As one of only eight historic sites across the country dedicated to the interpretation of a First Lady, this museum tells the story of the overlooked, yet vitally important role Edith Bolling Wilson played in the White House at a pivotal moment during World War I. 

​Visit the Edith Bolling Wilson Birthplace Museum and tour the historic Bolling Family Home to discover how Edith Bolling Wilson's early life in the town of Wytheville, Virginia, prepared her for life as First Lady and learn how her stewardship of governmental duties earned her such labels as “The Secret President” and “The First Woman President.”

New Exhibition

Opening October 14, 2017
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Collections

New Acquisition!
Edith Bolling Wilson's 1904 driver's license LEARN MORE ​

Edith’s Story

Learn more about the life and
​ legacy of Edith Bolling Wilson
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Annual Birthday Celebration

October 15, 2017
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Veteran’s Day Race

Honoring President Wilson's legacy for World Peace
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Girl Scouts

New Badge and Patch Programs
Now booking for the Fall!
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NEWS

‘An Orchid Blooms’

New Hybrid Orchid named after Edith Bolling Wilson is featured in Orchid Magazine.

There was controversy in Washington, D.C. in the spring of 1915. It was rumored that President Woodrow Wilson had a love interest. The nation was still in mourning from the unexpected...