By Alexis Price July 2. 2020 You read that right. The Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site has started a new podcast. Six Degrees of Benjamin Harrison relays stories of our 23rd president and reveals connections—to topics like immigration, …
Learn moreby Alexis Price March 24, 2020 The Presidential Site may be closed right now, along with our nation’s schools, but that doesn’t mean the learning stops. Many of you may be adjusting to e-learning or homeschooling for …
Learn moreby Alexis Price September 24, 2018 From September 27 to 29, Indianapolis residents will have the opportunity to participate in the annual Indy Do Day. This year, about 30,000 Indianapolis residents can get to know their neighbors …
Learn moreby Alexis Price September 27, 2018 Our annual Croquet Roquet is a week away, but it’s not too late to register! Need a little more convincing? We have six reasons why you should check out Croquet Roquet …
Learn moreThe (White) House of Horrors: Who is Candlelight Theatre? October 11, 2018 Candlelight Theatre, formerly known at Victorian Theatre by Candlelight, produces four plays in partnership with the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site every year. This season begins …
Learn moreOctober 15, 2018 This season, the Presidential Site hosts spirits of six presidents grappling with the same curse, a ghost who conspired to assassinate the 16th president, and the apparition of a first lady with some …
Learn moreOctober 31, 2018 John Scott Harrison, father of 23rd President Benjamin Harrison, passed away on May 25, 1878. Four days later, he was buried at this resting place near Augustus Devin, Benjamin’s 23-year-old nephew who had died …
Learn moreby Alexis Price November 5, 2018 He has been involved with the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site for about 25 years. He started as a weekend docent when he attended the IUPUI School of Education. After a year …
Learn moreby Alexis Price November 19, 2018 The Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site offers a wide variety of education initiatives, from in-classroom visits to on-site tours to programs like Future Presidents of America. Read a few first-hand accounts from …
Learn moreby Alexis Price November 30, 2018 Martha Buehner taught first graders for 43 years. In her last 15 years as an educator, she would bring her students on a field trip to the Presidential Site. Martha …
Learn moreby Alexis Price December 13, 2018 Get this bundle Harrison tote bag, stuffed goat, and Old Whiskers Escapes! for just $40. Christmas is less than two weeks away and let’s be honest — you haven’t completed …
Learn moreby Alexis Price January 15, 2019 Whether a new year means a new you, or you’re back at it with the same old tricks, the Presidential Site has an event for you. Check out our comprehensive guide …
Learn moreby Alexis Price January 19, 2019 Over the past five months, the Presidential Site’s 2018 Curatorial Fellow Emily Hanawalt has been developing our Presidential Humor exhibit. In less than a week, Hanawalt will showcase her work as …
Learn moreby Alexis Price May 13, 2019 MuseumWeek, an international social media event, will take place May 13 -19 this year. The official website states this week is dedicated to, “bringing together cultural institutions from all over the world …
Learn moreby Alexis Price June 6, 2019 Saturday, June 1, the Presidential Site hosted the 25th annual Wicket World of Croquet. More than 200 people came out to play croquet, sip drinks from Sun King Brewery and Hotel …
Learn moreby Alexis Price October 11, 2019 Whether you’re an adult looking for a costume with a historical edge, or stumped about an idea for your kiddo, we have you covered this Halloween. Here is our comprehensive list …
Learn more“Future Presidents of America taught me so many things that I utilize every day.” -Rachel M., class of 2018 Future Presidents of America is an innovative and engaging youth leadership camp with a mission of developing …
Learn moreExplore rich articles and behind-the-scenes features about the Presidential Site’s exhibits, events, outreach, announcements, and more. 5 Things You’ll Learn on Our New Podcast | July 2, 2020 You read that right. The Benjamin Harrison Presidential …
Learn moreIn December 2019 patrons will join us in creating new holiday memories at a special Candlelight Theatre event! ‘Twas the Night Before… written by James Trofatter, offers a heartwarming interactive theatre experience for all ages. Guests meet …
Learn moreIn October 2017, the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site was unexpectedly beset by a host of history’s most villainous villains. Just when the world thought it was rid of Lizzie Borden, Sweeney Todd, H.H. Holmes and …
Learn more** Please note we are CLOSED for our annual cleaning from January 1- 24, 2021. We look forward to seeing you when we reopen on January 25th. Please visit the 'Plan Your Visit' portion of our website to reserve your tickets. Meantime, watch for additional details on our Events page for Coffee with the Curator, The Night Indianapolis Roared, virtual gatherings, quiz nights, new podcasts, curbside engagements, & more!
Thank you for being an important part of the Presidential Site and sharing a legacy in action!