Martin Van Buren

Eighth President of the United States

1837-1841

Location: Corner of Mt. Rushmore Rd. & Main St.

Sculptor: Edward Hlavka

Facts:

• His administration began with “The Panic of 1837”, which was a depression that lasted until 1845
• Unlike the seven presidents before him, he was the first president to born a citizen of the United States
• Since he only stood about five feet and six inches tall he was nicknamed “Little Magician”