Episodes
A description of many of Hoover's humanitarian projects, including the program he created to aid Belgium during WWI and the unprecedented conference he called concerning the well-being of children.
Published 07/05/13
A brief description and history of the Quaker Friend's Meeting house. A typical service is described as well.
Published 07/05/13
An introduction to the audio-tour of the Herbert Hoover National Historic Site. The introduction details how to use the audio interface.
Published 07/05/13
A forward of sorts from the NHS challenging listeners to explore the multitude of stories and histories within the Herbert Hoover National Historic Site
Published 07/05/13
The narrator comments on the housing boom in Westbranch and mentions that the majority of the houses on Downey Street are not open to the public.
Published 07/05/13
A description of Downey Street in Westbranch, Iowa. The narrator details the history and many uses of the street.
Published 07/05/13
A brief narrative recounting young Herbert Hoover's interest in geology.
Published 07/05/13
The narrator gives a detailed description of Herbert Hoover's birthplace. He describes the history of its construction, as well as the lives of those who occupied it. He also quotes hoovers biography.
Published 07/05/13
A narrative description of the possible furnishings that were re-created for the Hoover Home.
Published 07/05/13
An audio depiction of the cottage bedroom. The narrator describes the bedding situation, the rugs made from stitched together rags, the wood-stove, and the hour of Herbert Hoover's Birth.
Published 07/05/13
A brief narrative recounting the re-acquisition of the Hoover cottage, and a description of the following modifications made to return the cottage to something like its original state.
Published 07/05/13
A brief description of the reconstructed blacksmith shop near the Hoover family Cottage. Herbert Hoover's father Jesse was known for his sense of humor and strong work ethic, and his business did well for the times.
Published 07/05/13
A short aside describing Herbert Hoover's times in office as the Secretary of Commerce.
Published 07/05/13
A description of the unique C.E. Smith House, which was built where the old Methodist Church once stood.
Published 07/05/13
A history of the Amanda Garvin cottage with a brief narrative about her work and many mortgages.
Published 07/05/13
A history of the Laban Miles house. The Hoovers and the Miles were close family friends, and visited back and forth often.
Published 07/05/13
A history of the Leech house, belonging to the well known and much respected Dr. Leech. The narrator describes the social events held at the house.
Published 07/05/13
A narrative description of preparations for Hoover's visit to Westbranch. A great deal of planning and manual labor went into readying the town for the visit.
Published 07/05/13
A description of the sixteen structures being preserved and referred to as "Downtown Westbranch"
Published 07/05/13
The narrator comments on the housing boom in Westbranch and mentions that the majority of the houses on Poplar Street are not open to the public.
Published 07/05/13
A description of the E.S. Hayhurst house and the following problems involving mortgages.
Published 07/05/13
A comical anecdote and brief history of the Wright house.
Published 07/05/13
A brief history of the Staples House
Published 07/05/13
A description of the Mackey house and a brief description of his service as mayor.
Published 07/05/13