Some new artifacts have arrived at the Hall of Presidents attraction since we last took a comprehensive look at the display cases. One of the newest additions is a golfing headcover from former President Barack Obama. Here’s a comprehensive look at the display cases, with notes on what is new since we last took a look at the living display of artifacts.
New Artifacts at Hall of Presidents in Magic Kingdom
We last took a look at new artifacts back in June 2025 when three new artifacts were added to the display. Prior to that, we took a comprehensive look at the artifacts back in January 2025.
Some of the new props include a brooch from Martin Van Buren, a golf headcover from Barack Obama, and a razor from Benjamin Harrison.
To make way for the new props, some props have been removed. Removed props include a Texas Rangers jacket from George W. Bush, a basketball from Barack Obama, a bolo tie from Ronald Reagan, and more.
The Hall of Presidents quietly reopened last Summer with a new version of the Donald Trump Audio-Animatronic. For a look at the current version of the show’s ending, check out our video below.
Here’s a rundown of the props that we found during our recent visit to Magic Kingdom!
NEW Martin Van Buren | Memorial Brooch (1810)
When Martin Van Buren was elected in 1836, he was a widower. However, the memory of his wife Hannah was never far from the eighth president, who kept this brooch throughout his time in office. The intricate piece features the late Mrs. Van Buren’s miniature portrait on the front and a sentimental detail on the back – a braided lock of her hair.
James K. Polk | “The New World” American History Card Game (1845)
While James K. Polk may have been the youngest president at the time of his election, his time in office was far from fun and games. During his four years at the White House, Polk took just 27 days off – the fewest vacation days ever taken by a U.S. president. In his rare leisure time, President Polk could often be found working hard to outsmart his friends and family in trivia games such as this one, which just so happens to feature Polk himself!
George Washington | Society of the Cincinnati Dinner Plate (1784-85)
In 1783, officers of the Continental Army founded the Society of the Cincinnati, one of America’s earliest fraternal and charitable associations. The Society took its name from the ancient Lucius Quinctius Cincinnatus, a Roman statesman who gained fame for his selfless devotion in times of crisis. Soon after their founding, the organization elected George Washington as their President General.
John F. Kennedy | Photograph of Macaroni the White House Pony
While the White House has been home to many four-legged residents over the years, perhaps the most famous of all was a part-Shetland pony named Macaroni. Originally a gift from Lyndon B. Johnson to John F. Kennedy’s daughter Caroline, the presidential pony rose to become an international celebrity in his own right – winning over the hearts of the American public, visiting dignitaries, and even artists like Neil Diamond, who was inspired to write the hit song “Sweet Caroline” after seeing Macaroni and Caroline together on the cover of LIFE Magazine in 1962.
James Monroe | Scale and Weights (early 19th century)
Before he became the fifth president, James Monroe was a lawyer, diplomat, and farmer. Among his many public roles, he served as Governor of Virginia, Minister to France, and Secretary of State. These pocket scales would have been a convenient accessory during his travels in an era when everything from medicine to currency needed to be weighed accurately.
Lyndon B. Johnson | Letter to his granddaughter (1968, reproduction of original)
This letter, dated November 8, 1968, shows Lyndon Johnson’s unabashed affection for his granddaughter, with whom he kept up a lifelong correspondence. In fact, President Johnson received his first letter from Lucinda, written by her mother, just days after she was born.
Theodore Roosevelt | Teddy Bears and Book (1906)
In 1905, author Seymour Eaton wrote the first stories about Teddy B., the black bear, and Teddy G., the gray bear. In this book, the two bears encounter President Roosevelt on a hunting trip. With the success of the book series, Teddy Bears became a classic American toy.
George Washington | Shoe Buckles (1797)
In the late 18th century, buckles were the height of fashion, indicating one’s taste and social standing. These silver and stone shoe buckles were part of President George Washington’s jewelry collection.
Richard M. Nixon | Key to Disneyland (1955)
When former Vice President Richard Nixon first visited Disneyland, he was given this honorary key to the Happiest Place on Earth. However symbolic, the gift was put to good use. To this day, Mr. Nixon holds the record for the most visits to the park by any U.S. President.
Thomas Jefferson | Pocket Watch (1780)
Thomas Jefferson held many important positions before he became the third President of the United States, including five years in Paris as Minister to France. President Jefferson loved Parisian culture, immersing himself in French cuisine, art, architecture, and engineering. It was there that he most likely purchased this pocket watch created by master watchmaker, Daniel Vaucher.
NEW Benjamin Harrison | Razor (1889)
Like many American presidents of the 19th century, Benjamin Harrison sported a fashionably full beard. This personalized straight razor was given to the 23rd commander-in-chief as a gift from the Ambassador of Sweden. However, in Harrison’s time, diplomatic gifts were meant to be symbols of friendship, rather than practical tools – so the blade probably never grazed Harrison’s distinguished chin.
Jimmy Carter | Fly Fishing Gear (1978)
Jimmy Carter’s passion for fly fishing would continue long beyond his presidency. After leaving office, he began to publish articles about the pastime in Fly Fisherman, an outdoor magazine. His hobby knew no borders. Deeply appreciative of nature, President Carter waded into waters as far flung as Alaska, Argentina, Honduras, Mongolia, Russia, and Venezuela to fly fish with family and friends.
Woodrow Wilson | Golf club and letter to William G. McAdoo (Early 20th century)
President Woodrow Wilson was an avid golfer, holding the record to date for the most rounds of golf ever played by a president. A devoted linksman, he was known to debate policy as he played and even had the Secret Service paint his golf balls black so he could play in the snow. Wilson knew his golf skills were “sub-par”, however, declining an offer to play a round with the top golfers of the day prior to an upcoming election.
Dwight Eisenhower | “Winter Birches” painting (1968)
While President Dwight Eisenhower’s many military and civilian achievements are well known, he was also an accomplished painter. He began painting at the age of 58, partly due to the encouragement of friend and fellow artist Winston Churchill. President Eisenhower was so devoted to his hobby that he set up an art studio on the second floor of the White House, and went on to paint more than 250 works over the course of his life.
NEW Barack Obama | “Bo” golf headcover (2014)
In 2009, an adorable black and white puppy named “New Hope” arrived on the steps of the White House – a promised gift from Barack Obama to his daughters Sasha and Malia if he won the presidency. Re-named “Bo” after First Lady Michelle Obama’s father, the Portuguese water dog would soon go down in history as one of the most beloved First Pets to ever step paw in office. Over the course of Obama’s presidency, Bo was the subject of many children’s books, campaigned with the president to get re-elected for a second term, and was even made into a golf head cover – a diplomatic gift from Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe to President Obama when he visited Tokyo for a summit in 2014.
NEW Franklin D. Roosevelt | Hanging Shelf (1925)
Around a decade before he became the 32nd president, Franklin Delano Roosevelt faced a difficult recovery from polio. During this challenging experience, he returned to one of his favorite childhood hobbies — woodworking — to help lift his spirits. This hanging shelf was one of many handcrafted creations Roosevelt made for family and friends. Created as a special gift for his book-loving mother, Sarah, the piece features her initials, SDR, lovingly engraved on the side.
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