The First Ladies National Historic Site is home to the National First Ladies Library and Museum. It is the only site in the world dedicated to honoring and educating about the legacies of our nation’s First Ladies and the role that they have played in the advancement of women.
The site consists of the fully restored Saxton-McKinley house, childhood home of First Lady Ida Saxton McKinley, as well as the Visitors Center/National First Ladies Library & Museum, which focuses on exhibits relating to our nation’s First Ladies. You can also enjoy the beautiful First Ladies Park. Free parking is available.
The First Ladies National Historic Site is home to the National First Ladies Library and Museum. It is the only site in the world dedicated to honoring and educating about the legacies of our nation’s First Ladies and the role that they have played in the advancement of women.
The site consists of the fully restored Saxton-McKinley house, childhood home of First Lady Ida Saxton McKinley, as well as the Visitors Center/National First Ladies Library & Museum, which focuses on exhibits relating to our nation’s First Ladies. You can also enjoy the beautiful First Ladies Park. Free parking is available.
What You Should Know...
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Year-Round; Closed on: Sunday, Monday
Hours:Closed Now. Opens 9:00 AM
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9:00am -
4:00pm
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9:00am -
4:00pm
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4:00pm
Cost: Less than $25
Payment: Cash, MC, Visa, AMEX, Discover
Discounts: Children, Seniors, Military
Access: Wheelchair, Service Animals
Parking: Free On-site, Street, Bus
Available: Guided Tour, Gift Shop, Souvenirs
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Insider Info
Free parking is available at the First Ladies National Historic Site at the corner of Market Ave. and Third Street.
Tours begin at the Visitors Center/National First Ladies Library & Museum, which is at the corner of Market Ave. and 2nd Street (one block north of parking). Tours of the Saxton House are offered at 10 am, 12 pm, and 2 pm during hours of operation.
Fun Facts
Did you know that Canton, Ohio, is home to 25th President of the United States William McKinley, whose wife, First Lady Ida Saxton McKinley, grew up in Canton.
Did you know the First Ladies National Historic Site is the only site in the world dedicated to preserving the legacy of our nation’s First Ladies?
McKinley was an important figure in the life of Canton during the late 1800s.
Did you know that the National First Ladies Library offers in-person and online programs to educate the community about the nation’s First Ladies?
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The First Ladies National Historic Site is home to the National First Ladies Library and Museum. It is the only site in the world dedicated to honoring and educating about the legacies of our nation’s First Ladies and the role that they have played in the advancement of women.
The site consists of the fully restored Saxton-McKinley house, childhood home of First Lady Ida Saxton McKinley, as well as the Visitors Center/National First Ladies Library & Museum, which focuses on exhibits relating to our nation’s First Ladies. You can also enjoy the beautiful First Ladies Park. Free parking is available.
Explore how First Ladies have supported U.S. military service members and veterans since the end of the Revolutionary War.
Join historian Andrew Och, known as The First Ladies Man, for a fascinating look at how America’s First Ladies have supported military veterans throughout U.S. history, while enjoying wine & cheese!
Long before initiatives like Be Best, Let’s Move!, and Just Say No, First Ladies were using their influence to improve the lives of Americans and advocate for important causes!
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Insider Info
Free parking is available at the First Ladies National Historic Site at the corner of Market Ave. and Third Street.
Tours begin at the Visitors Center/National First Ladies Library & Museum, which is at the corner of Market Ave. and 2nd Street (one block north of parking). Tours of the Saxton House are offered at 10 am, 12 pm, and 2 pm during hours of operation.
Fun Facts
Did you know that Canton, Ohio, is home to 25th President of the United States William McKinley, whose wife, First Lady Ida Saxton McKinley, grew up in Canton.
Did you know the First Ladies National Historic Site is the only site in the world dedicated to preserving the legacy of our nation’s First Ladies?
McKinley was an important figure in the life of Canton during the late 1800s.
Did you know that the National First Ladies Library offers in-person and online programs to educate the community about the nation’s First Ladies?
Explore how First Ladies have supported U.S. military service members and veterans since the end of the Revolutionary War.
Join historian Andrew Och, known as The First Ladies Man, for a fascinating look at how America’s First Ladies have supported military veterans throughout U.S. history, while enjoying wine & cheese!
Long before initiatives like Be Best, Let’s Move!, and Just Say No, First Ladies were using their influence to improve the lives of Americans and advocate for important causes!
Explore how First Ladies have supported U.
Explore how First Ladies have supported U.S. military service members and veterans since the end of the Revolutionary War.
Join historian Andrew Och, known as The First Ladies Man, for a fascinating look at how America’s First Ladies have supported military veterans throughout U.S. history, while enjoying wine & cheese!
Long before initiatives like Be Best, Let’s Move!, and Just Say No, First Ladies were using their influence to improve the lives of Americans and advocate for important causes!
Get a taste of White House history as we explore the menus and meals served to the First Family, dignitaries, and guests.
Step inside the fascinating world of the White House kitchen as we explore the stories behind the menus and meals that helped shape presidential history.
Discover how food has reflected changing tastes, celebrated milestone events, and offered a glimpse into the lives of America's First Families through historic White House menus from the National First Ladies collection.
Get a taste of White House history as we e
Get a taste of White House history as we explore the menus and meals served to the First Family, dignitaries, and guests.
Step inside the fascinating world of the White House kitchen as we explore the stories behind the menus and meals that helped shape presidential history.
Discover how food has reflected changing tastes, celebrated milestone events, and offered a glimpse into the lives of America's First Families through historic White House menus from the National First Ladies collection.