The Wedgwood toilet can still be found today at the Martin Van Buren National Historic Site in Kinderhook, New York. Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to ...
Born: December 5, 1782, in Kinderhook, New York... Martin Van Buren allied himself with President Andrew Jackson, who in turn rewarded Van Buren with cabinet positions and the vice presidency.
In New York's Hudson Valley, in the village of Kinderhook, sits a lovely estate called Lindenwald, once home to Martin Van Buren. And if you don't know who that is, you're in good company!