First Ladies National Historic Site
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First Ladies National Historic Site at a glance
- Best time
- April–May, September–October
- Trip length
- 2–4 hours to 1 day
- Don't miss
- Historic grounds and interpretive exhibits at First Ladies National Historic Site
- Nearby city
- Canton, OH
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About First Ladies National Historic Site
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.
Weather Information
The weather at First Ladies National Historic Site is typical of Northeastern Ohio: four distinct seasons.
- Spring
's rain and warming temperatures bring new leaves on trees and blooming wildflowers.
- Summer
49°F – 95°F
- Fall
temperatures can range from low 70s during the day to freezing during the night.
- Winter
weather conditions can rapidly change.
Fallcolor peaks mid-October. Temperatures vary from mid-30s to below zero.
Operating Hours
Summer Season Hours: May 1- October 31
From May 1-October 31 First Ladies National Historic Site's Visitor Center will be open Tuesday-Saturday (closed Sunday and Mondays). We offer guided tours of the Saxton House at 10:00am, 12:00pm, and 2:00pm. Tours have a capacity of fifteen people and begin at the Visitor Center. Tickets are on a first come first serve basis.
- MondayClosed
- Tuesday9:00AM - 4:00PM
- Wednesday9:00AM - 4:00PM
- Thursday9:00AM - 4:00PM
- Friday9:00AM - 4:00PM
- Saturday9:00AM - 4:00PM
- SundayClosed
Common questions
Planning First Ladies National Historic Site
The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics — check Alerts and Permits for live updates.
TrailVerse lists 1 reservation type on the Permits tab, including Rapidan Camp Tours. Recreation.gov listings can change seasonally — confirm current rules before you set dates.
