First Ladies National Historic Site

First Ladies National Historic Site consists of two properties in downtown Canton, Ohio - the home of First Lady Ida Saxton-McKinley and our Education Center. Come learn about how the position of First Lady has evolved over time to include a public role.

First Ladies National Historic Site

This was the longtime residence of William and Ida McKinley.

a front view of the Ida Saxton McKinley House

Saxton McKinley House Piano

Ida Saxton's original piano is just one of many items belonging to President McKinley and First Lady Ida McKinley.

A piano in the Saxton McKinley Home

Saxton McKinley Home

The Saxton McKinley Home is significant as the only residence with direct historical ties to President William McKinley remaining in his hometown of Canton.

Close up view of home entrance.

The education center features rotating exhibits.

Learn about the role of the first lady at our education center.

Historic gowns in the education center.

Front Door of the Education Center

The education center is is the historic City National Bank building.

The front of the education center.