FDR Hope Memorial

After visiting the Four Freedoms Park, we came across another memorial for Franklin D. Roosevelt, the FDR Hope Memorial. Commemorating FDR's battle with polio, the FDR Hope Memorial is comprised...

Infected with the polio virus at age 39, FDR never walked again unaided. After years of rehabilitation, FDR governed New York State and led the United States as President. From a wheelchair, he...

Wonderful memorial and sculptures honoring Franklin D. Roosevelt's perseverance despite the paralysis of his legs due to polio. Located near the southern tip of Roosevelt Island and within steps...

Beautiful and relaxing escape from the city. Rent a bike and tour the whole island. Grab lunch and make a day of it.