Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site
The Italianate mansion of Benjamin Harrison, the 23rd US president, with many original furnishings preserved. Visits are by guided tour only.
Benjamin Harrison (1833–1901) was the only U.S. president from Indiana. This Italianate red-brick residence, completed in 1875, was his home during his campaigns and after he left office. In 1888 he gave his 'front porch campaign' speeches from the front porch. The house's roughly 16 rooms preserve many original furnishings, his study and presidential memorabilia, showing life in the Gilded Age. Visits are by guided tour of about an hour, and admission is about $20 (check the official website). It is located in Old Northside, about 2 km from downtown.
Opening hours
Approx. 10:00–15:30; closed Sun & Mon (check official website)
Nearby sights
- Scottish Rite Cathedral
- Indianapolis Cultural Trail
- Mass Ave Cultural Arts District
- Indiana World War Memorial Plaza
- Kurt Vonnegut Museum and Library
- Indianapolis City Market
- Monument Circle & Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument
- Central Canal Walk