Discover Edith Bolling Wilson’s Birthplace and Family Home in Historic Downtown Wytheville, Virginia

Step into history at the Edith Bolling Wilson Birthplace Museum - the only First Lady birthplace museum in Virginia and one of only eight sites in the nation dedicated to sharing the stories of America’s First Ladies.

Explore the remarkable journey of Edith Bolling Wilson, a woman once called “The Secret President” and “The First Woman President.” Often overlooked, Edith played a vital role in shaping American history during World War I, quietly taking the reins of power during one of the nation's most critical moments.

Tour the historic Bolling Family Home in charming Downtown Wytheville and discover how Edith’s upbringing in this small Virginia town prepared her for a future no one could have predicted. From her humble beginnings to her extraordinary influence in the White House, her story will surprise and inspire you.

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                                                             Edith Bolling Wilson Birthplace Foundation
 
                        Mission: 
                       To honor the Appalachian history, leadership, and legacy of First Lady 
                       Edith Bolling Wilson through the preservation and interpretation of her life and                          birthplace.
 
                   Vision: 
                      To inspire others by sharing the story of First Lady Edith Bolling Wilson and                              her contributions to our country and to the world

                                         History — of the 35th First Lady of the United States and                                                                               her Bolling ancestry.

                                         Heritage — of a proud, prominent Virginia family direct descendants
                                                              of Pocahontas.

                                         Romance — of a first marriage that was pivotal in in Mrs. Wilson's 
                                                              life helping her become a strong, independent woman
                                                              and the romance of a "lovesick" president and a
                                                              forward-thinking widow. 

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