UPCOMING EVENTS

STEP INSIDE HISTORY

Get to know what made our First Ladies tick with deep dives into their careers, passions, hobbies, and even recipes. Our in-person events are perfect for girls’ night out, a historic date with someone you love, or a fascinating learning experience with the whole family. And our online events are a wonderful way to learn more about these amazing ladies!

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Zumba in the Park

July 20, 2026   6:00pm - 6:45pm

IN-PERSON: A free outdoor fitness class held on the grounds of the National First Ladies Library & Museum in the heart of First Ladies Park.

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Storytime & More with Stark Library

July 24, 2026  11:00am - 11:30am

IN-PERSON: A free, family-friendly gathering designed to spark imagination and a love of reading in young minds, in First Ladies Park.

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First Ladies for Kids – Celebrate Eleanor Roosevelt!

July 25, 2026  11:00am - 11:30am

IN-PERSON:  A free, monthly program for children ages 7–10, designed to make history fun, hands-on, and inspiring.

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Brushes and Bubbly - Sip, Paint and Create!

July 25, 2026  2:00pm - 4:00pm

IN-PERSON:  Grab a friend and get creative at a free adult paint-and-sip event in First Ladies Park!

Generously funded by the Stark Community Foundation’s Women’s Fund.

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Legacy Lecture: Mary Lincoln’s Photograph Album

August 7, 2026  12:00noon - 1:00pm

VIRTUAL:  Join scholar Laura Keyes for a virtual Legacy Lecture exploring Mary Lincoln’s personal photograph album and what this remarkable artifact reveals about her life and the Lincoln family.

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Zumba in the Park

August 10, 2026  6:00pm - 6:45pm

IN-PERSON: Kick off your week with energy and movement at this free exercise class in First Ladies Park.

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Talk with a Curator

August 12, 2026  7:00pm - 8:00pm

VIRTUAL:  Go behind the scenes with the National First Ladies Library & Museum’s Curatorial Team and explore the stories behind the collection.

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Party in the Park: Ladies’ Rewind

August 13, 2026  6:00pm - 8:00pm

IN-PERSON:  A throwback celebration of music, dancing, prizes, and community at the National First Ladies Library & Museum.

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Mindfulness in the Park

August 15, 2026  11:00am - 12:00noon

IN-PERSON: A free outdoor session blending guided meditation, grounding exercises, and creative mindfulness practices in First Ladies Park.

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Temporary Visitor Center / Museum Update – We're Still Open!

Enjoy self-guided access to the Saxton House while we keep things cool!

Our Visitor Center/ Museum is temporarily closed due to high indoor temperatures. When you arrive, please proceed directly to the Saxton House. The Saxton House remains open for visitors during our regular hours.

Please note: Guided tours are temporarily suspended, but we’re still here to welcome you and share the stories of our First Ladies!

Thank you for your understanding and continued support.