From George Washington crossing the Delaware to JFK sailing around Hyannis, US presidents have a long history of boating. In honor of Presidents’ Day we compiled a gallery of presidents having fun on the water (assuming Washington was enjoying his icy crossing).
George Washington Crossing the Delaware by Emanuel Leutze
Photos of All the President’s Boats
George Washington Crossing the Delaware by Emanuel Leutze
Teddy Roosevelt rowing around Oyster Bay, New York *also a best harbor nominee
FDR sailing near Campobello Island
John and Jackie Kennedy observe the 1962 America's Cup in Newport, RI *another best harbor nominee
President Nixon and his daughter cruising around Minot Island, Maine
Nancy and Ronald Reagan on a day trip in California
George Bush Sr. and Jr. fishing off Kennebunkport, Maine
Barack Obama on a boat tour of Alaska
