Millard Fillmore House

A small Federal-era frame house where the 13th U.S. president began his law and political career, now a museum run by the Aurora Historical Society.

24 Shearer Avenue, East Aurora, NY 14052 · East Aurora, NY

About Millard Fillmore House

This modest house was built in 1826 for Millard Fillmore and his bride Abigail. Fillmore lived here until 1830, and it is the only surviving home of the 13th president. The house was moved from its original Main Street spot, fell into disrepair, and was later remodeled by an artist before the historical society acquired it in 1975 and restored it toward its 1826 appearance. Furnishings include pieces the Fillmores owned during their East Aurora, White House, and Buffalo years. Guided tours cover the living room, kitchen, bedrooms, playroom, Victorian library, and carriage barn, and last about an hour. Visitors can also walk through the period gardens around the house. The site holds National Historic Landmark status.

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