Last updated: May 7, 2025
Thing to Do
Guided tours of the Garfield home
NPS
Rangers and volunteers lead visitors through the beautifully restored Victorian-era home of President and Mrs. James A. Garfield.
Guided tours times vary seasonally and are free. Reservations are required for groups of 6 or more. Please call 440-255-8722
Guided tours times vary seasonally and are free. Reservations are required for groups of 6 or more. Please call 440-255-8722
May
- Visitor Center and grounds open 10 am–5 pm.
- The time between 10 am and noon are reserved for school programs. Daily guided house tours between 12 pm and 5 pm. The last tour will begin between 3 pm and 4pm. Call the morning of your visit for specific tour times.
- Groups of 6 or more require reservations. Call 440-255-8722.
June–October
- Visitor Center and grounds open 10 am–5 pm.
- Daily guided house tours between 10 am and 5 pm. The last tour will begin between 3 pm and 4pm. Call the morning of your visit for specific tour times.
- Groups of 6 or more require reservations. Call 440-255-8722.
November–April
- Fridays-Saturdays-Sundays Visitor Center and grounds open 10 am–5 pm. Guided house tours between 10 am and 5 pm. The last tour will begin between 3 pm and 4pm. Call the morning of your visit for specific tour times.
- Limited hours on Presidents Day (special event). Closed Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and New Years Day.
- Groups of 6 or more require reservations. Schools and other groups can arrange tours during the week. Call 440-255-8722.
Details
Duration
45 Minutes
Activity
Guided Tours
Rangers and volunteers lead visitors through the beautifully restored Victorian-era home of President and Mrs. James A. Garfield.
Age(s)
No age limit.
Pets Allowed
No
Leashed pets are permitted outside on the walking path. Service animals are permitted inside the historic buildings.
Activity Fee
No
Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.
Reservations
Yes
Groups of 6 or more must have a reservation.
Season
During the month of May, the Visitor Center is open daily from 10am-5pm. Tours of the Garfield home begin at noon. The last tour is in the 3pm hour.
June - October, the Visitor Center and tours are open daily from 10am-5pm. Tours begin shortly after opening. The last tour is in the 3pm hour.
November - April, the Visitor Center and tours are open Friday - Saturday - Sunday from 10am-5pm. Tours begin shortly after opening. The last tour is in the 3pm hour.
June - October, the Visitor Center and tours are open daily from 10am-5pm. Tours begin shortly after opening. The last tour is in the 3pm hour.
November - April, the Visitor Center and tours are open Friday - Saturday - Sunday from 10am-5pm. Tours begin shortly after opening. The last tour is in the 3pm hour.
Time of Day
During the month of May, the Visitor Center is open daily from 10am-5pm. Tours of the Garfield home begin at noon. The last tour is in the 3pm hour.
June - October, the Visitor Center and tours are open daily from 10am-5pm. Tours begin shortly after opening. The last tour is in the 3pm hour.
November - April, the Visitor Center and tours are open Friday - Saturday - Sunday from 10am-5pm. Tours begin shortly after opening. The last tour is in the 3pm hour.
June - October, the Visitor Center and tours are open daily from 10am-5pm. Tours begin shortly after opening. The last tour is in the 3pm hour.
November - April, the Visitor Center and tours are open Friday - Saturday - Sunday from 10am-5pm. Tours begin shortly after opening. The last tour is in the 3pm hour.
Accessibility Information
Visitors with mobility issues can access the front porch via an exterior lift operated by a ranger. Once inside, an elevator will bring wheelchairs to the second floor, and a video will show the next level which is only accessible using stairs.
Service animals are permitted inside the buildings. Leashed pets are limited to the grounds only.
Service animals are permitted inside the buildings. Leashed pets are limited to the grounds only.