EXPLORE THE FIRST LADIES
BE INSPIRED AT THE NATIONAL FIRST LADIES LIBRARY & MUSEUM
Make a day of it in downtown Canton when you visit the National First Ladies Library & Museum at the First Ladies National Historic Site. Public tours of the historic Saxton-McKinley House are first-come, first-served for the first 15 people at each designated time and are offered daily at 10:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., and 2:00 p.m. for a fee. We recommend planning about 2 to 3 hours for your visit, which includes the 50-minute tour of the Saxton House, ample time to explore our exhibit galleries across three floors of the museum, and a chance to browse our newly expanded gift shop.
Looking for a more in-depth experience for your group of 8 or more? Visitors can also book a private, curator-led tour of the exhibit and the Saxton House for a special behind-the-scenes look at the lives and legacies of America’s First Ladies. Call 330.293.3844 or email us today to schedule your VIP experience!
Come in the morning and enjoy lunch at a restaurant in downtown Canton... or come in the afternoon and stay for dinner. You’re also welcome to bring your own lunch and enjoy it in the picturesque First Ladies Park!
YOUR JOURNEY BEGINS HERE
Begin your visit at the Visitor Center and Museum at 205 Market Ave. South, downtown Canton (corner of Market & 2nd St.). Do not go directly to the Saxton-McKinley House—all tours and events start at the museum.
Parking
Free parking is available next to the Saxton-McKinley House. From there, walk one block north to the museum. Additional paid parking is available in the nearby public garage.
Bus Groups
Bus parking is on 3rd St. South. Please email INFO@firstladies.org to reserve space for your group.
Summer Hours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
Off-Season Hours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
SITE ACCESSIBILITY
We’re committed to making your visit enjoyable and accessible.
The Saxton-McKinley House (331 Market Ave. S) and the First Ladies Library & Museum / Visitor Center (205 Market Ave. S) are both historic buildings that feature stairways as well as wheelchair-accessible elevators.
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Wheelchair access to the Museum/Visitor Center is available via the south side entrance.
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Public restrooms are located on Lower Level through Floor 2 of the Museum/Visitor Center.
If you have any questions about accessibility or need assistance during your visit, please don’t hesitate to contact us—we’re here to help!
WELCOME TO CANTON
The National First Ladies Library & Museum is located in the Hall of Fame City of Canton, Ohio — rich in history, entertainment, dining, fine arts, and more. After you’ve spent time walking our halls with the First Ladies, there’s so much to explore. Find out more here:
TOUR OPTIONS AT THE FIRST LADIES
Visitors can enjoy public ranger-led tours of the historic Saxton-McKinley House that are first-come, first-served for the first 15 people at each designated time and are offered daily at 10:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., and 2:00 p.m. for a fee, OR schedule private guided group tours of the museum’s featured exhibits. Combo tours include both the exhibit and the house. Charter bus tours are also available with advance booking. Pricing varies by tour type and group size. For more information please contact us by calling us at 330.293.3844 or at this email