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a front view of the Ida Saxton McKinley House

This was the longtime residence of William and Ida McKinley.

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

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

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

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

Physical Address:

205 Market Avenue South

Canton, OH 44702-2107

Mailing Address:

205 Market Avenue South

Canton, OH 44702-2107

contact-details

Phone Number: (330) 452-0876 Voice

Email Address: FILA_info@nps.gov
Description:

Fees

Entrance Fees

Entrance Passes

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.

park designation:National Historic Site

Directions:

The First Ladies National Historic Site is located in downtown Canton, Ohio. Free parking is available behind the Saxton House or at our gated lot on the corner of Market Avenue South and 3rd Street SW. Please begin your visit at the visitor center at 205 Market Avenue South.

For detailed directions, please visit this link.

Directions

Operating Hours:

Winter Season Hours: November 1-April 30

From November 1- April 30 First Ladies National Historic Site's Education & Research Center will be open Thursday-Saturday (closed Sunday- Wednesday). We offer guided tours of the Saxton House at 10:00am, 12:00pm, and 2:00pm. Tours have a capacity of fifteen people per tour, and begin at the Visitor Center. Tickets are on a first come first serve basis.

Exceptions:

Summer Season Hours: May 1- October 31 (May 1, 2025 - October 31, 2025)

Thanksgiving Day (November 27, 2025 - November 27, 2025)

Christmas Day (December 25, 2024 - December 25, 2024)

New Year's Day (January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025)

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 temperatures range from 49 to 95 degrees F and can be humid. Fall temperatures can range from low 70s during the day to freezing during the night. Fallcolor peaks mid-October. Winter weather conditions can rapidly change. Temperatures vary from mid-30s to below zero.