Events

Presidential Porch Party

The Greatest Spectacle in Porching – Indiana’s most famous porch is hosting a Presidential Porch Party!

Celebrate the Month of May on the presidential porch (and lawn) of the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site.

Coffee with the Curator

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

Juneteenth Foodways Festival

Juneteenth Foodways Festival, made possible through the generosity of Eli Lilly and Company Foundation, features an interactive food experience highlighting the hidden history of diverse Hoosiers from the 1860s-1890s from the perspective of African-Americans. It shares Black foodways contributions to American culture with a focus on Dolly Johnson, the White House Chef hired by President Harrison.

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 yard games on the scenic south lawn, enjoy a free first floor tour of the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site and cool off with some ice cream while listening to music!

28th Annual Wicket World of Croquet

Presented by the Lacy Foundation

Ready to get a little wicket at the home of an American President? We are excited to announce the 28th annual Wicket World of Croquet will return to the Presidential Site’s newly renovated South Lawn on Saturday, August 13, 2022!

The Haunted States of America

Are you willing to brave this maelstrom of spiritual turmoil to help us understand why the undead and spirits of Blue and Gray are intent on occupying the Site at this time?

Deck the Halls

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.