First Ladies National Historic Site

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Pretty site with 30 amp and 110 3 steps down to picnic table or tent site

First Ladies National Historic Site consists of two properties in downtown Canton, Ohio - the home of First Lady Ida Saxton-McKinley and our Education Center. Come learn about how the position of First Lady has evolved over time to include a public role.

The education center features rotating exhibits.

Learn about the role of the first lady at our education center.

Front Door of the Education Center

The education center is is the historic City National Bank building.

First Ladies National Historic Site

This was the longtime residence of William and Ida McKinley.

McKinley Exhibits

Saxton McKinley House Piano

Ida Saxton's original piano is just one of many items belonging to President McKinley and First Lady Ida McKinley.

National First Ladies' Library Education and Research Center

There is a 91-seat Victorian Theatre on the lower level, where films and documentaries on the first ladies are shown and author lectures and live presentations are held.

Saxton McKinley Home

The Saxton McKinley Home is significant as the only residence with direct historical ties to President William McKinley remaining in his hometown of Canton.

Very nice rv site

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The First Ladies National Historic Site is located in downtown Canton, Ohio. Free parking is available behind the Saxton House or at our gated lot on the corner of Market Avenue South and 3rd Street SW. Please begin your visit at the education center at 205 Market Avenue South.

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Education Center Visitor Center

Begin your visit at the education center, located in the historic City National Bank. At the education center visitors can explore our small museum of rotating exhibits, watch the film, earn a Junior Ranger badge, and get their official passport cancellation.

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