About This Event
You are cordially invited to the
Theodore Roosevelt
Exemplary Citizenship Reception
An open house benefiting the Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural Site Foundation
With a special opportunity to support Buffalo's Division 2/Engine 2 Firefighters
Thursday, September 11th, 2025 – 6:00pm
On the lawn of the historic Wilcox House
At the Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site
641 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, NY 14202
Honoring:
Crystal Peoples-Stokes
Theodore Roosevelt Exemplary Citizen of the Year for 2025
and introducing:
The Shirley Hudders Dedication Award
presented to
Kevin T. Kelly
With a special presentation of the
2025 Theodore Roosevelt Association Police Award
The Theodore Roosevelt Exemplary Citizenship Reception is a new event replacing our traditional Anniversary Dinner. This new format will feature various food and beverage stations. Please note, while there will be ample seating in various locations throughout the property, this is no longer a seated event.
Awards will be presented to honorees at 7:00pm under the portico.
Culinary delights from Chef MaryRuth Rera, personal chef to Ralph Lauren.
with Beer & Wine Service
Plus, a special visit from our favorite Theodore Roosevelt repriser, Joe Wiegand.
AND
A special sneak peak of an extraordinary addition to our onsite exhibits!
Dress Code:
Cocktail Attire/Semi-Formal
Questions? Please give us a call at (716) 884-0095
or reach out via email to info@trsite.org
MENU:
Charcuterie:
Cheeses from Wisconsin, Italy and France
Imported Italian Meats
Gruyere-Parmesan Shortbread Crackers
Toasted Baguettes, Gluten-Free Crackers, Italian Grissini
Veggie Crudités and Fresh Fruit
Dips and Spreads:
Honey Whipped Goat Cheese & Mascarpone with Marinated Olives and Sundried Tomatoes
Eggplant Caponata “Sunflower” – Belgian Endive Spears encircling Eggplant Caponata
Mushroom & Walnut Paté with Rosemary & Lemon with Top Seedz Crackers
Caramelized Onion Dip with Cape Cod Potato Chips
Pico de Gallo and Tortilla Chips
Sliders and Sandwiches – served on a mix of Slider Rolls, Croissants and Ciabatta Bread and Tortilla Wraps:
Beef Tenderloin Sliders with Caramelized Onions, Arugula and Dijon Mayo
Chicken Curry Salad with Apples, Golden Raisins, Celery & Walnuts
Turkey, Avocado, Coleslaw and Roasted Peppers
Prosciutto, Fresh Mozzarella, Tomatoes and Creamy Artichoke Spread
Crostini, Canapés and Nibbles:
Crostini Misti:
Brie with Peach Preserves and Toasted Macadamia Nuts
Summer Tomatoes, Fresh Basil, Garlic and Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
Poached Red Wine & Marsala Peaches with Burrata, Red Wine Reduction and Arugula
Deviled Egg Bar:
Variety of toppings: capers, chopped pickles, chopped bacon, roasted garlic, basil pesto, tomatoes, etc.
Pistachio Pesto Hummus on Pita Crisps
Spinach, Feta, Leeks and Dill Phyllo Parcels
Maple-Pecan Bacon Slices
Sesame Butter Crisps with Smoked Salmon and Crème Fraiche
Desserts:
Apple Phyllo Purses
Mini Banana Cream Pies
Mini Key Lime Pies
Chocolate Mocha Pudding Pies
Individual Blueberry-Peach Crisps
A description of our organizations, along with a copy of our most recently filed financial report can be requested by contacting the Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural Site at (716) 884-0095, 641 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, NY 14202. A copy of our most recently filed financial report is also available on the Attorney General’s Charities Bureau's Website, www.charitiesnys.com, and may also be requested by calling the office of the Attorney General at (212) 416-8401.
About This Event
You are cordially invited to the
Theodore Roosevelt
Exemplary Citizenship Reception
An open house benefiting the Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural Site Foundation
With a special opportunity to support Buffalo's Division 2/Engine 2 Firefighters
Thursday, September 11th, 2025 – 6:00pm
On the lawn of the historic Wilcox House
At the Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site
641 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, NY 14202
Honoring:
Crystal Peoples-Stokes
Theodore Roosevelt Exemplary Citizen of the Year for 2025
and introducing:
The Shirley Hudders Dedication Award
presented to
Kevin T. Kelly
With a special presentation of the
2025 Theodore Roosevelt Association Police Award
The Theodore Roosevelt Exemplary Citizenship Reception is a new event replacing our traditional Anniversary Dinner. This new format will feature various food and beverage stations. Please note, while there will be ample seating in various locations throughout the property, this is no longer a seated event.
Awards will be presented to honorees at 7:00pm under the portico.
Culinary delights from Chef MaryRuth Rera, personal chef to Ralph Lauren.
with Beer & Wine Service
Plus, a special visit from our favorite Theodore Roosevelt repriser, Joe Wiegand.
AND
A special sneak peak of an extraordinary addition to our onsite exhibits!
Dress Code:
Cocktail Attire/Semi-Formal
Questions? Please give us a call at (716) 884-0095
or reach out via email to info@trsite.org
MENU:
Charcuterie:
Cheeses from Wisconsin, Italy and France
Imported Italian Meats
Gruyere-Parmesan Shortbread Crackers
Toasted Baguettes, Gluten-Free Crackers, Italian Grissini
Veggie Crudités and Fresh Fruit
Dips and Spreads:
Honey Whipped Goat Cheese & Mascarpone with Marinated Olives and Sundried Tomatoes
Eggplant Caponata “Sunflower” – Belgian Endive Spears encircling Eggplant Caponata
Mushroom & Walnut Paté with Rosemary & Lemon with Top Seedz Crackers
Caramelized Onion Dip with Cape Cod Potato Chips
Pico de Gallo and Tortilla Chips
Sliders and Sandwiches – served on a mix of Slider Rolls, Croissants and Ciabatta Bread and Tortilla Wraps:
Beef Tenderloin Sliders with Caramelized Onions, Arugula and Dijon Mayo
Chicken Curry Salad with Apples, Golden Raisins, Celery & Walnuts
Turkey, Avocado, Coleslaw and Roasted Peppers
Prosciutto, Fresh Mozzarella, Tomatoes and Creamy Artichoke Spread
Crostini, Canapés and Nibbles:
Crostini Misti:
Brie with Peach Preserves and Toasted Macadamia Nuts
Summer Tomatoes, Fresh Basil, Garlic and Extra-Virgin Olive Oil
Poached Red Wine & Marsala Peaches with Burrata, Red Wine Reduction and Arugula
Deviled Egg Bar:
Variety of toppings: capers, chopped pickles, chopped bacon, roasted garlic, basil pesto, tomatoes, etc.
Pistachio Pesto Hummus on Pita Crisps
Spinach, Feta, Leeks and Dill Phyllo Parcels
Maple-Pecan Bacon Slices
Sesame Butter Crisps with Smoked Salmon and Crème Fraiche
Desserts:
Apple Phyllo Purses
Mini Banana Cream Pies
Mini Key Lime Pies
Chocolate Mocha Pudding Pies
Individual Blueberry-Peach Crisps
A description of our organizations, along with a copy of our most recently filed financial report can be requested by contacting the Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural Site at (716) 884-0095, 641 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, NY 14202. A copy of our most recently filed financial report is also available on the Attorney General’s Charities Bureau's Website, www.charitiesnys.com, and may also be requested by calling the office of the Attorney General at (212) 416-8401.