Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site

Our mission is to increase public understanding of, appreciation for, and participation in the American system of self-government through the life stories, arts and culture of an American President.
Ben, children Russell and Mary, and wife Caroline—an accomplished artist and the first president general of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR).
Mary Dimmick Harrison (second wife) with Ben and Elizabeth. Mary’s vision and wisdom ensured that the home and its contents would be preserved as a museum and memorial to Benjamin Harrison and his family.
Our mission is to increase public understanding of, appreciation for, and participation in the American system of self-government through the life stories, arts and culture of an American President.
Benjamin Harrison V—Signer of the Declaration. William Henry Harrison—9th U.S. President. John Scott Harrison—Ohio Congressman. Benjamin Harrison—23rd U.S. President.
President Harrison and Admiral Porter on board the USS Despatch. Naval Parade, New York Harbor, April 29, 1889. Centennial celebration of Washington’s Inauguration.

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Events

Wicket World of Croquet®

June 1, 2013

Get ready to shoot the wicket on Saturday, June 1, 2013, at the Wicket World of Croquet®. The event offers opportunities for players of all skill levels to swing a mallet and mix-it-up at this year's event.

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Primary Day: LIVE From Delaware Street

May 7, 2013

Visit the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site for a new version of this LIVE event and hear the conversations of the day as you meet and speak with family members and household staff who are re-creating life after the White House in 1898. Meet the Harrison's house guest who brings a new dimension to the sights and sounds of the past.

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Current Exhibit

Raising the Hem

February 18 to December 31, 2013
"Raising the Hem: Historic Fashions of American Nobility" our 10-month major exhibition features dresses of several First Ladies. Learn More

Field Trips

A Trip to the Harrison Home

Students experience history firsthand when they visit the home of Indiana’s only U.S. President. Programs are designed to enrich curriculum and are available for all elementary grades. Learn More

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Own a Piece of History

The gift shop features a variety of items that appeal to any shopper; including presidential china, ties, mouse pads, cards, bookmarks, books, games and toys. Enter store.

“An American citizen could not be a good citizen who did not have a hope in his heart.” ~ Benjamin Harrison

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