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Posted or updated Oct 8, 2026 ·Park conditions on nps.gov
National Historic Site
James A Garfield National Historic Site
James A Garfield National Historic Site is a National Historic Site in Ohio. The NPS currently lists 1 active alert, 0 campgrounds and 1 visitor center, and no entrance fee.
Ohio National Historic Site No entrance fee
Updated · NPS Data API
About the park
“A front porch can serve many purposes. For some, it is a place to enjoy the breeze on a warm summer night. For others, a perch from which to keep eyes on what's happening in their neighborhood.”
Active alerts
1
Closures
0
Campgrounds
0
Visitor centers
1
Current alerts and closures
1 active NPS alert as of Oct 28, 2026: 0 closures, 0 danger, 1 caution and 0 information.
Entrance fees and passes
This site has no entrance fee, according to NPS fee data.
This park is cashless — bring a card or buy your pass online.
Things to do
Guided tours of the Garfield home
Guided tours are available through the beautifully restored Garfield home.
45 Minutes Reservation required
Today in the Park
Visiting the Garfield Home soon? Here's a list of different activities to look forward to while you visit.
Year-round Reservation required
Your Pet Can Become a B.A.R.K. Ranger!
If you bring your dog to James A. Garfield National Historic Site they can become the newest B.A.R.K. Ranger!
20-30 Minutes Year-round
See all 6 things to do in James A Garfield →
Activities the NPS lists for James A Garfield.
Guided ToursJunior Ranger ProgramPark FilmMuseum ExhibitsShoppingBookstore and Park StoreGift Shop and Souvenirs
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Operating hours
May: Visitor Center and grounds open daily 10 am - 5 pm. House tours begin after 12 pm. June - October: Visitor Center and grounds open daily 10 am - 5 pm. House tours begin after 10 am.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Tuesday | 10:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Thursday | 10:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Friday | 10:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Saturday | 10:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Sunday | 10:00AM - 5:00PM |
Weather: Winter tends to be cold with snow and ice from January - early March. Summers are comfortable, but can be humid and reach into the 90's.
Contact and directions
- Phone
- 440-255-8722 ext. 0
- [email protected]
- Address
- 8095 Mentor Avenue, Mentor, OH 44060
- Coordinates
- 41.6649, -81.3509· View on OpenStreetMap
Visitor centers
| Visitor center | Standard hours | Phone | Passport stamp |
|---|---|---|---|
| James A. Garfield National Historic Site Visitor Center | Daily: 10:00AM - 5:00PM | (440) 255-8722 | Yes |
Campgrounds
No NPS campgrounds are listed for this site. Nearby national forests or state parks may offer camping.
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Sources
- Park details, alerts, fees and passes, visitor centers and campgrounds: National Park Service Data API, snapshot of Oct 28, 2026.
- Official park page: https://www.nps.gov/jaga/index.htm
- Data: National Park Service (NPS) Data API, U.S. Department of the Interior (developer.nps.gov). This product uses the NPS Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the National Park Service. The National Park Service and the U.S. Department of the Interior do not endorse OpenParks. Photos are NPS images shown with their original credits; park descriptions are short excerpts credited to the NPS. Always confirm current conditions on nps.gov before you travel.