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.
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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

Naturalization Ceremony

July 3, 2013

The Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site hosts the summer naturalization ceremony for people who have qualified for United States citizenship. Families and friends of these celebrants will be present to witness this exciting day. You're invited too!

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4th of July Ice Cream Social

July 4, 2013

We've been celebrating the 4th of July with an Ice Cream Social for 38 years! Don't miss the fun that awaits the whole family as we re-create elements from the 1893 World's Fair at this year's event.

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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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