Events

Daily Tours

Take a tour of this beautiful 10,000 sq.ft. Italianate Victorian family home of President Benjamin Harrison – our country’s 23rd US President (1889-1893) and Indiana’s only President. Built in 1875, the home is beautifully furnished with many of Harrison’s paintings, furniture, and other artifacts including political memorabilia. This museum home features two Special Exhibit spaces. Entrance to special exhibits is included in the price of daily tours.

Murder in Triplicate

Prepare for an evening of intrigue, mystery and murder as Candlelight Theatre presents Murder in Triplicate!

Coffee with the Curator

Kick off your First Friday in style with this free 30-minute event. While you enjoy coffee and donuts, you will get a glimpse our most interesting, amazing and unexpected collection items.

Wicket World of Croquet

Join us for one of the most fashionably unique events in Indy! Don your game whites and hit the court for a wicketly competitive day of historic elegance and modern indulgence.

Naturalization Ceremony

Join us for a transformative program as we partner with the Federal Court to welcome America’s newest citizens as they take the oath of citizenship.

Independence Day Social

Try your hand at vintage games like hoops and graces or croquet on the scenic south lawn, sign your name to the Declaration of Independence, and enjoy a free tour of the first floor of the home complete with historic enactors.

The Trial of Nancy Clem

At Candlelight Theatre’s first feature stage performance at Indiana Landmarks, you will revisit the true crime story of the notorious and nefarious Nancy Clem. Will she be the first woman convicted of murder in Indiana?

LIVE! President Harrison’s Birthday

Join us in celebrating Benjamin Harrison’s 185th Birthday with free first floor tours and complimentary birthday treats.

Croquet Roquet

What’s better than free croquet? Free croquet with free libations!

The annual Croquet Roquet event is your chance to experience all the thrills of Wicket World of Croquet without any of the competition pressure.

LIVE! Election Day

How would Benjamin Harrison have kept track of the election results without 24-hour news access? Visit the Harrison family home and be transported to the year 1888 as household staff and family members, recreated by exceptional actors, eagerly await the results of a close election in which Benjamin Harrison currently has the lead.

LIVE! Family Christmas

Have a holiday with the Harrisons! Bring your family for a festive Christmas tour of the historic family home.

‘Twas the Night Before…

Create a new holiday tradition with us. This Candlelight Theatre performance offers a heartwarming and interactive theatrical experience for all ages in the historic Harrison mansion.