Accessibility — Visitor FAQ

The Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library is designed to be welcoming and accessible for everyone. Have a specific need or question before you arrive? Email us at access@trlibrary.com and we’ll help you plan.

Is the Library accessible?
Yes. Accessibility features include:
  • Accessible parking close to the main entrance, plus a drop-off area at the door.
  • Step-free access throughout the Library.
  • Elevators serving all public levels.
  • Accessible restrooms.
  • Wheelchair-friendly exhibit spaces and seating throughout the galleries.
  • An ADA-accessible Boardwalk and walkable Rooftop Prairie, so everyone can enjoy the Badlands landscape.
Everyone’s visit is different. If you have specific accessibility needs or questions before you arrive, please contact access@trlibrary.com.
Do you have wheelchairs available?

Yes. Complimentary wheelchairs are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Ask a member of our Welcome Team when you arrive.

I have limited mobility. Is help available from the parking area?

We may be able to offer golf-cart transportation between the parking area and the entrance, subject to staff and vehicle availability. Let us know before your visit whenever possible, or ask our Welcome Team on arrival. A drop-off area and accessible parking are closest to the door, with shaded seating nearby. More on parking & arrival ›

Are service animals welcome?

Yes. Trained service animals are welcome throughout the Library. Under the ADA, a service animal is a dog individually trained to do work or perform tasks for a person with a disability. Our team may ask two questions — whether the animal is required because of a disability, and what task it has been trained to perform — but we won’t ask for documentation, and no vest or ID is required. Emotional support animals and pets are welcome on the grounds but are not permitted inside the building.

Are there quiet spaces?

Yes. If you or someone in your group would like a quieter space during your visit, please speak with a member of our Welcome Team and we’ll be happy to help.

Where can I learn more or plan ahead?

For questions about mobility access, sensory considerations, service animals, or requesting assistance before your visit, email access@trlibrary.com. We’re glad to help you plan a comfortable visit.