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William Howard Taft National Historic Site
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Visitors to Willam Howard Taft National Historic Site will be exposed to the familial and social influences that shaped the character and ideals of the only American who ever served as both President and Chief Justice of the United States. Guided tours of the period rooms on the first floor and the exhibits on the second floor of the birthplace provide solid insight into William Howard Taft and glimpses into the lives of his parents, siblings and children.
The Taft Education Center exhibits and programs provide a greater understanding of the role other Tafts have played to help mold public life in Cincinnati, the nation and even the world.   Gallery I contains a life-size animatronic figure of Charles P Taft II, son of William Howard Taft. Charlie will talk to visitors about what he called “quite a family.” Gallery II contains static and traveling exhibits. An orientation video and a gift shop are also available in the education center.

The visitor experience begins in the Taft Education Center. Visitors should allow one hour to take in all the activities.






 

Lytle Park product of the Taft Family Legacy
Beautiful Lytle Park
A sight worth seeing
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Audio description
Audio descrition
Our movie is broadcast with audio descrition
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Assisted listening devices
Assisted listening devices
are available at the Taft Education Center.
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The passing of a President  

Did You Know?
William Howard Taft is buried in Arlington National Cemetery. His funeral was the first to be broadcast on the radio.

Last Updated: August 17, 2006 at 13:38 EST