What's a Porch For?

A front porch can serve many purposes. For some, it is 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.

Front of Garfield house showing snow covered front lawn.
Current Hours: Fri-Sun, 10 am - 5 pm

Guided tours of the Garfield home are available throughout the day. Call the day of your visit for specific tour times.

Special Events and Programs, 2024
Special Events and Programs, 2024

Click here for a listing of our special events and programs for 2024.

Colorful Easter eggs
Eggs are rolling at the Garfield Site!

Eggs are rolling at the annual Easter Monday Egg Roll on April 1!

Group of boy scouts on grounds at Garfield home
Scouts BSA Merit Badge Programs

Scouts can earn a variety of merit badges at the Garfield home, including the three Citizenship badges.

Image of the total solar eclipse in 2017.
Eclipse viewing information here!

Join rangers and volunteers at Mentor Civic Amphitheater on April 8 to view the total solar eclipse!

Image of veterans pass, front.
Select free park passes available

The Garfield site offers the Active Duty Military, Veteran, Access and 4th grade passes.

Junior Ranger Program and B.A.R.K. Rangers
Junior Ranger Program

Learn more about the Junior Ranger badges you can earn at James A. Garfield National Historic Site.

The Wooten Desk with drawers, shelves and a pull down writing surface.
Learn From Home

Explore James A. Garfield National Historic Site from home using our virtual options.

Last updated: March 5, 2024

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Contact Info

Mailing Address:

8095 Mentor Avenue
Mentor, OH 44060

Phone:

440-255-8722
If your call is not answered, please leave a voicemail and we will return your call as soon as possible. You can also e-mail us at jaga_interpretation@nps.gov.

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