A front porch can serve many purposes. For some, a place to enjoy the breeze on a warm summer night. For others, a perch from which to keep eyes on what's happening in their neighborhood. In 1880, James Garfield used his front porch as a platform to greet thousands of well-wishers during his presidential campaign. Today, the porch serves as a gateway to the story of the Garfield family.
While here, you can do three things -
Explore the Visitor Center: Discover the life of James A. Garfield! Exhibits are located in the 1894 Carriage House. Exhibits touch on Garfield's early life and educational pursuits, his military career and eventual political rise. Highlights include Garfield's presidential nomination, election, and assassination. An 18-minute video is available upon request. (We recommend this for you cachers! The first sign of James once inside is a must-see.)
Tour the House: Join uniformed park rangers and volunteer interpreters for a guided tour of the James A. Garfield Home and its furnishings. Tours of the restored home, acquired by Garfield in 1876 to accommodate his large family, last approximately 40 minutes.
Enjoy the Grounds: The peaceful tranquility of the grounds provides a perfect respite from the hustle and bustle of urban life. Plan a family picnic, spread a blanket and enjoy a good book, or walk the paths for fun and fitness.
Please note: this cache is only available Tuesday thru Saturday from 8:30-5pm
(Permission was granted for this cache by the site owner.)
Days and Hours of Operation