First Ladies National Historic Site consists of two properties in downtown Canton, Ohio - the home of First Lady Ida Saxton-McKinley and our Visitor Center. Come learn about how the position of First Lady has evolved over time to include a public role.

Learn about the role of the first lady at our education center.

The education center features rotating exhibits.

The education center is is the historic City National Bank building.

Front Door of the Education Center

Ida Saxton's original piano is just one of many items belonging to President McKinley and First Lady Ida McKinley.

Saxton McKinley House Piano

The Saxton McKinley Home is significant as the only residence with direct historical ties to President William McKinley remaining in his hometown of Canton.

Saxton McKinley Home

McKinley Exhibits

This was the longtime residence of William and Ida McKinley.

First Ladies National Historic Site

There is a 91-seat Victorian Theatre on the lower level, where films and documentaries on the first ladies are shown and author lectures and live presentations are held.

First Ladies National Historic Site

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Nearby Parks

Bolivar Dam

Beach City Lake

Dover Dam

Atwood Lake