Events

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!

29th 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 12, 2023!

Off the Record: Congress Confidential

Murder at the Manor

Will your team be the ones to successfully solve the murder at the Garrison Manor? Join Candlelight Theatre for a thrilling murder mystery that plays out in the home of an American President.

Presidential Speaker Series

The Presidential Speaker Series made possible through the Mary Tucker Jasper Endowment Fund is the Presidential Site’s annual fundraiser celebrating American thought and leadership.

‘Tis the Season

Gather your family close and join us in creating new holiday memories at a special Candlelight Theatre production!