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Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site The 1875 Italianate Victorian family home of President Benjamin Harrison—our country's 23rd U.S. P
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The mission of the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site is to increase public understanding of, appreciation for, and participation in the American system of self-government through the life stories, arts and culture of an American President.

🍎 Happy Teacher Appreciation Day!Today, we celebrate the educators who bring knowledge to life each and every day.To the...
10/05/2026

🍎 Happy Teacher Appreciation Day!

Today, we celebrate the educators who bring knowledge to life each and every day.

To the teachers who create meaningful learning experiences, encourage curiosity, and think beyond the classroom, including those who choose to make the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site part of their students’ educational journey, thank you.

We’re also celebrating our incredible Education Department here at the Presidential Site, whose dedication creates engaging programs and experiences that connect history, civics, and our community with learners of all ages.

Education happens in classrooms, museums, historic homes, and throughout our communities and we’re grateful for everyone who plays a role in making it happen. ❤️📚

To all educators: thank you for what you teach, what you inspire, and the impact you make every day.

Behind every finished product is a process and behind every process are people, time, skill, and effort.Harrison’s words...
10/05/2026

Behind every finished product is a process and behind every process are people, time, skill, and effort.

Harrison’s words remind us to value every part of the process, not just the end result.

This week, take a moment to appreciate the work, people, and steps that make the finished product possible.

10/02/2026

Join us for October’s Coffee with the Curator exploring Benjamin Harrison and Protecting the Vote.

During his presidency, Benjamin Harrison confronted urgent questions about federal authority, civil rights, and access to the ballot in the decades following the Civil War. His administration supported efforts to protect voting rights during a period of widespread voter suppression, illuminating the challenges of translating constitutional ideals into lived democratic practice.

Puck cartoon criticizing Harrison's support for the Force Lodge Bill.

This program examines how debates over voting rights have shaped the American system since the 19th century, offering historical context for one of the most enduring, and contested, principles of self-government as the nation reflects on its democratic foundations during America 250.

We promise to satisfy your curiosity (and your need for caffeine) and have you on your way to the office by 9 AM sharp!

🍂 October at the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site!A new month means new ways to experience history, and October is br...
10/02/2026

🍂 October at the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site!

A new month means new ways to experience history, and October is bringing coffee, curiosity, and a little bit of murder. 👀🔎

☕ Oct. 2 | Coffee with the Curator
Start your First Friday with fascinating artifacts, fresh coffee, and treats.

🕯️ Oct. 9–25 | Candlelight Theatre: Murder at Millfields
A relaxing spa weekend takes a deadly turn. Question suspects, gather clues, and see if your team can uncover the killer.

Whether you're here for the history or the mystery, we'll see you at the Site this October!

🎟️ Learn more and reserve your spot at the link in bio.

It’s International Coffee Day, so of course we’re celebrating with the official coffee of the Benjamin Harrison Presiden...
10/01/2026

It’s International Coffee Day, so of course we’re celebrating with the official coffee of the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site, Tinker Coffee! ☕

While you have coffee on the brain, make plans to join us tomorrow morning for Coffee with the Curator: Benjamin Harrison and Protecting the Vote.

Over coffee and treats, we’ll explore Harrison’s support for federal efforts to protect access to the ballot and the debates over voting rights, federal authority, and civil rights that shaped his presidency.

☕ Coffee provided by Tinker Coffee
🥐 Treats from Leviathan Bakehouse
📅 Friday, October 2
⏰ 8:30–9:00 AM
🎟️ $6 general admission | FREE for members

Celebrate International Coffee Day today. Come talk history over a cup with us tomorrow.

This November, the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site invites you to a special evening exploring the remarkable women w...
09/30/2026

This November, the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site invites you to a special evening exploring the remarkable women who have helped shape the American presidency and our nation’s history.

Join us for our Presidential Speaker Series featuring Anita McBride, nationally recognized expert on the history and legacies of America’s First Ladies.

📅 Thursday, November 12
🕕 6:00–9:00 PM
📍 Indiana Roof Ballroom

Made possible by The Mary Tucker Jasper Endowment Fund.

🎟️ Tickets are available now! Reserve your seat at the link in our bio and join us for an evening of history, conversation, and reflection.

Early Sunday morning, a newly installed piece of public art at the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site was destroyed by ...
09/29/2026

Early Sunday morning, a newly installed piece of public art at the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site was destroyed by fire in an act currently being investigated as arson.

The life-size, 3D-printed statue of President Benjamin Harrison had been unveiled less than two weeks earlier and represented more than 1,200 hours of work by students and faculty from Herron School of Art and Design in collaboration with the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site and the R.B. Annis Art & Technology Legacy Collaborative.

This was more than a statue.

It was the first installation in a new public art initiative using our collection of nearly 11,000 artifacts and innovative 3D technology to create new ways for our community to experience history.

While we're deeply saddened by its destruction, we're already looking forward to rebuilding.
We are incredibly grateful for the outpouring of support from our community and to the local and national media outlets that have helped share this story. Thank you for shining a light on the work behind this project and the people who made it possible.

Our goal is to raise $50,000 to rebuild the statue, with plans to explore even more durable materials as we bring President Harrison back to the Neighborway.

🔗 If you would like to help us rebuild, the link to donate is below:

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/help-rebuild-benjamin-harrison

History belongs to all of us. Together, we’ll make sure this piece of it returns.

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1230 N Delaware Street
Indianapolis, IN
46202

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