How the Sheep Helped Win the War
The museum’s book How the Sheep Helped Win the War is an entertaining account of how President and Mrs. Wilson placed sheep on the lawn of the White House during World War I. The narrative is based on a true account of how Edith Bolling Wilson’s frugal upbringing in the years after the Civil War set an example of conservation for the entire country. The Wilsons received much criticism about their new “pets” grazing on the lawn. However, over several years the First family raised nearly $100,000 for the American Red Cross by selling the sheeps’ wool.
The book is a wonderful example to introduce young people to Edith Bolling Wilson, World War I, and how simple acts can change history.
Contact us for a book signing program!
The book is a wonderful example to introduce young people to Edith Bolling Wilson, World War I, and how simple acts can change history.
Contact us for a book signing program!
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Museum Hours
Temporary Hours due to COVID-19: In May 2021, we will be open for walk-in tours Thursdays and Fridays, 10am-2pm. If you need a tour outside of those hours, please email or call ahead. Email: info@edithbollingwilson.org Call: (276) 223-3484 |
Location
145 E. Main St., Wytheville, VA 24382 The museum is located downtown across from the Bolling Wilson Hotel. |
Admission
Entry to the museum is by donation. Guided tours of the Birthplace and Bolling Family Home are $5 for adults and $3 for children. |
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