National First Ladies Library & Museum

Overview

Located in downtown Canton, Ohio, the First Ladies National Historic Site is the only site in the world dedicated to sharing the stories and legacies of the First Ladies of the United States. This unique destination is home to the National First Ladies Library & Museum, which features rotating exhibits highlighting the lives, leadership, and lasting influence of America’s First Ladies.

Your visit begins at the Visitor Center and Museum, located at 205 Market Avenue South (at the corner of Market Avenue and 2nd Street). Free parking is available at the corner of Market Avenue South and Third Street South.

The site also includes the beautifully restored Saxton-McKinley House, a Victorian mansion that was once home to First Lady Ida Saxton McKinley and her husband, President William McKinley, the 25th President of the United States. Guided tours of the home are offered daily at 10:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., and 2:00 p.m. on a first-come, first-served basis. While museum admission is free, a small fee is charged for house tours. Proceeds support the preservation and educational work of the National First Ladies Library & Museum and the Historic Site.

Planning a Group Visit?
We are proud to offer VIP group tours for parties of 8 or more with advance reservations. These are not your standard tours—your group will enjoy a customized, in-depth experience led by knowledgeable staff or curators, giving your visit a more personal and exclusive feel. Group tours are available year-round and must be reserved at least two weeks in advance.
To learn more or to schedule your group’s VIP experience, please call us at 330.293.3844.

For the latest information on current exhibits, special events, and private curator-led tours, visit the National First Ladies Library & Museum website.

The First Ladies National Historic Site is managed in partnership with the National Park Service and the National First Ladies Library & Museum.


Mapped location of National First Ladies Library & Museum
National First Ladies Library & Museum
205 Market Ave. S Canton, Ohio 44702
(330) 452-0876
Hours: Summer Hours (May 1 - October 31): Tuesday - Saturday - 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Winter Hours (November 1- April 30): Thursday - Saturday - 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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