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Honoring the First Ladies

Two properties, the home of First Lady Ida Saxton McKinley and the seven-story 1895 City National Bank Building, are preserved at this site, which honors the lives and accomplishments of First Ladies throughout history. The site is managed by the National Park Service and operated by the National First Ladies' Library.
 
Porch of Ida Saxton House at First Ladies National Historic Site.

Tour the Saxton House

Built in 1841 and modified in 1865 the brick Victorian Ida Saxton House has been refurbished to its original splendor with special focus on authenticity. Tours of the Saxton house are given by costumed docents and exhibits highlight the McKinley's story, display images and belongings of United States First Ladies, and reveal their supporting role in the lives of our Presidents. The second floor of the Saxton House features a wonderful shop offering a wide range of Victorian and historical-themed gifts.   
 

The Lives of the First Ladies

The National First Ladies' Library, the National Park Service's partner in this site's operation, maintains an in-depth website which explores not only the history and restoration of the buildings but the lives and accomplishments of every First Lady.
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 First Ladies National Historic Site holds special programs and exhibits throughout the year. Click here for a list of upcoming events!
 

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National First Ladies Library
205 Market Avenue South
Canton, Ohio 44702-2107

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Visitor Information
(330) 452-0876

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(330) 456-3414

Climate

The weather at First Ladies National Historic Site is typical of Northeastern Ohio: four distinct seasons offering something for everyone. Winter is cold, cloudy, and sometimes snowy. Spring brings rain and warming temperatures. Summer is often hot and humid, with frequent thunderstorms and hazy skies. Fall offers some relief from the heat, as nights cool.
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Did You Know?
There is only one first lady to have earned a law degree. Hillary Rodham Clinton, after graduating from Wellesley, went to Yale Law School, where she met her husband. She later taught at the University of Arkansas Law School.
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Last Updated: January 27, 2012 at 09:24 MST

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