Oral history interview with Thomas P. Richter
Smoot P. Oral history interview with Thomas P. Richter
Thomas P. Richter served as the ranger in charge when the Truman home was transferred to the National Park Service and was the site’s first chief ranger. He remained at the site until October 1987, when he moved to an appointment in St. Louis. As chief ranger, Richter was instrumental in developing the interpretive and administrative processes which continue to be utilized by the rangers today. Richter discusses the opening of the Truman home in May 1984 and those involved in the preparation process. Richter then discusses the first two years of the park’s development and the acquisition of a permanent headquarters after its initial location at the Truman Library.