James A Garfield National Historic Site

Great Geauga County Fair Band

<p>Join the Great Geauga County Fair Band for the last outdoor concert of the summer at James A. Garfield NHS! They’ll play an hour of music from President Garfield’s era—and a few contemporary tunes, too! The band plays many of the marches and patriotic songs of the last 130 years, and you can enjoy them just as the Garfield family might have: gathered under the shade of large historic trees. Feel free to bring lawn chairs, drinking water, and picnic baskets! (Alcoholic beverages are NOT permitted.) Sponsored by the James A. Garfield Alliance and The Garfield Trail of Ohio. Free and weather permitting.</p> <h2> </h2>

James A Garfield National Historic Site

Naturalization Ceremony

<p>In honor of Constitution Day visit the site to witness dozens of individuals from nations across the globe take the oath as America’s newest citizens. The Garfield home provides an appropriate and idyllic setting for this uniquely American ceremony. This event planned in partnership with the League of Women Voters, Citizenship &amp; Immigration Services (U.S. Department of Homeland Security), and the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio. The public is invited to attend this moving event. Free.</p>

James A Garfield National Historic Site

An Evening with Edgar Allan Poe

<p><strong> </strong>Edgar Allan Poe was America’s most famous writer of the macabre, and several of his works are among James and Lucretia Garfield’s book collection. Visit for three nights of special performances of several Poe stories and poems by David Keltz, America’s foremost Poe performer! This event is for those 16 years and older. Ticket price and reservation information will be published closer to September; check back then for the registration link. Each night will feature 6 pm and 8 pm shows. Sponsored by the James A. Garfield Alliance and The Garfield Trail of Ohio.</p> <h2> </h2>

James A Garfield National Historic Site

An Evening with Edgar Allan Poe

<p><strong> </strong>Edgar Allan Poe was America’s most famous writer of the macabre, and several of his works are among James and Lucretia Garfield’s book collection. Visit for three nights of special performances of several Poe stories and poems by David Keltz, America’s foremost Poe performer! This event is for those 16 years and older. Ticket price and reservation information will be published closer to September; check back then for the registration link. Each night will feature 6 pm and 8 pm shows. Sponsored by the James A. Garfield Alliance and The Garfield Trail of Ohio.</p> <h2> </h2>

James A Garfield National Historic Site

An Evening with Edgar Allan Poe

<p><strong> </strong>Edgar Allan Poe was America’s most famous writer of the macabre, and several of his works are among James and Lucretia Garfield’s book collection. Visit for three nights of special performances of several Poe stories and poems by David Keltz, America’s foremost Poe performer! This event is for those 16 years and older. Ticket price and reservation information will be published closer to September; check back then for the registration link. Each night will feature 6 pm and 8 pm shows. Sponsored by the James A. Garfield Alliance and The Garfield Trail of Ohio.</p> <h2> </h2>

James A Garfield National Historic Site

An Evening with Edgar Allan Poe

<p><strong> </strong>Edgar Allan Poe was America’s most famous writer of the macabre, and several of his works are among James and Lucretia Garfield’s book collection. Visit for three nights of special performances of several Poe stories and poems by David Keltz, America’s foremost Poe performer! This event is for those 16 years and older. Ticket price and reservation information will be published closer to September; check back then for the registration link. Each night will feature 6 pm and 8 pm shows. Sponsored by the James A. Garfield Alliance and The Garfield Trail of Ohio.</p> <h2> </h2>

James A Garfield National Historic Site

An Evening with Edgar Allan Poe

<p><strong> </strong>Edgar Allan Poe was America’s most famous writer of the macabre, and several of his works are among James and Lucretia Garfield’s book collection. Visit for three nights of special performances of several Poe stories and poems by David Keltz, America’s foremost Poe performer! This event is for those 16 years and older. Ticket price and reservation information will be published closer to September; check back then for the registration link. Each night will feature 6 pm and 8 pm shows. Sponsored by the James A. Garfield Alliance and The Garfield Trail of Ohio.</p> <h2> </h2>

James A Garfield National Historic Site

An Evening with Edgar Allan Poe

<p><strong> </strong>Edgar Allan Poe was America’s most famous writer of the macabre, and several of his works are among James and Lucretia Garfield’s book collection. Visit for three nights of special performances of several Poe stories and poems by David Keltz, America’s foremost Poe performer! This event is for those 16 years and older. Ticket price and reservation information will be published closer to September; check back then for the registration link. Each night will feature 6 pm and 8 pm shows. Sponsored by the James A. Garfield Alliance and The Garfield Trail of Ohio.</p> <h2> </h2>

James A Garfield National Historic Site

National Public Lands Day - Open for Tours

<p>National Public Lands Day is set aside each year for Americans to reflect on and celebrate national parks, fish and wildlife refuges, national forests, and other areas set aside for the benefit and enjoyment of the people. Tour the Garfield home, enjoy the museum exhibits and film, walk the grounds, and learn more than you ever thought possible about Mentor’s own President Garfield! No entrance fees charged at any National Park Service sites across the U.S. on Public Lands Day! Free.</p>

James A Garfield National Historic Site

Get to Know Garfield Series: Garfield's Orbit

<p>Throughout his career James A Garfield was associated/friends with many of the Great men of his time. Come and explore some of iconic figures (Alexander Graham Bell, Cyrus Field and Mathew Brady) affiliated with James A Garfield. We will discover their ties to James A Garfield and unveil the rest of their stories after James A Garfield’s passing. Please make a reservation for this free, in-person program by calling Mentor Public Library at 440-255-8811. SPEAKER: Victor Elswick, James A. Garfield NHS.</p>

Lokalizacja: Mentor Public Library, 8215 Mentor Avenue, Mentor Ohio