Brown, Terrence C., 1949-

In his final “Grass Roots” column, Terrence C. Brown examines his tenure as Executive Director of the Theodore Roosevelt Association (TRA). Brown notes the work of prior directors John A. Gable and Hermann Hagedorn, and he praises Tweed Roosevelt for his commitment to ensuring the survival of the TRA. Brown highlights some of the organizations he worked with and notable individuals he met during his term, and he lists the accomplishments of his tenure, including putting the TRA on a sound financial footing. A photograph of Brown at the Elkhorn Ranch site supplements the column.

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Theodore Roosevelt Association Journal

Creation Date

2012

Terrence C. Brown, Executive Director of the Theodore Roosevelt Association (TRA), reports on the many meetings he has had with representatives of various sites associated with Theodore Roosevelt, such as Sagamore Hill and the Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural Site. Brown also notes the locales around the nation and globe which will host members of the TRA for meetings and tours, and he highlights the creation of an illustration of Roosevelt available only to members of the TRA. A photograph of Brown as a five year old boy accompanies the column. 

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Theodore Roosevelt Association Journal

Creation Date

2011

Terrence C. Brown, Executive Director of the Theodore Roosevelt Association (TRA), remarks that 2012 will be an important year for the TRA just as 1912 was significant in the life of Theodore Roosevelt. Brown notes that an exhibit on the 1912 campaign will appear at the Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site in New York City, and he highlights the TRA’s work in updating the museum onboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt and the headquarters of the NCAA in Indianapolis, Indiana. Brown also lists some of the work undertaken by regional chapters of the TRA and trips planned for its members to Cuba and Panama. A photograph of Brown as a boy dressed as a cowboy supplements the text. 

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Theodore Roosevelt Association Journal

Creation Date

2011

Terrence C. Brown stresses the variety of programs offered and groups reached by the Theodore Roosevelt Association (TRA). He notes the connection of Theodore Roosevelt with the National Collegiate Athletic Association and the National Rifle Association, and he highlights the TRA public speaking competitions, police awards, and Teddy Bears for Kids. Brown also lists the conferring of the Theodore and Franklin D. Roosevelt Naval History Prize, the work of the Roosevelt Study Center in the Netherlands, and the stewardship of the homes of Roosevelt, Sagamore Hill and the birthplace in New York City. 

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Theodore Roosevelt Association Journal

Creation Date

2012

Terrence C. Brown updates members of the Theodore Roosevelt Association (TRA) on his travels around the country to witness some of the programs of the TRA in action. Brown notes the public speaking contests, the Teddy Bears for Kids program, and highlights the plans of two local chapters. He also recalls his first visit to Pine Knot in Virginia and plans to rebuild the ship’s museum aboard USS Theodore Roosevelt, and he highlights the work of TRA President Tweed Roosevelt. A photograph of Brown as an eleven year old boy appears in the column.

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Theodore Roosevelt Association Journal

Creation Date

2011

Terrence C. Brown introduces himself as the new Executive Director of the Theodore Roosevelt Association (TRA). Brown notes his upbringing in New York City, his love of history and museums, and his many years of work with the Society of Illustrators. Brown discusses his hopes and plans for the TRA with an emphasis on expanding its existing programs such as the Teddy Bears for Kids. A text box with the vision statement of the TRA appears in the section along with a portrait of Brown.

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Theodore Roosevelt Association Journal

Creation Date

2010

Terrence C. Brown, Executive Director of the Theodore Roosevelt Association (TRA), inaugurates a column called “Grass Roots” which he will use to communicate with the members of the TRA. Brown notes that two regional chapters have been added to the TRA in North Dakota and Florida, and he highlights the TRA’s cooperation with the Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site in New York City, noting the site’s support of the Teddy Bears for Kids program and providing the TRA with office space. Brown also informs the TRA membership that he has been cutting the association’s expenses.

A photograph of Brown as a ten year old boy appears in the column.

Collection

Theodore Roosevelt Association Journal