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The Eisenhower Birthplace Visitors Center and Tours will open at 11 am on Wednesday, November 30. The grounds will be open.

Eisenhower Birthplace State Historic Site

The white, two-story home where Eisenhower was born.

609 S. Lamar Ave.
Denison, TX 75021
903-465-8908
eisenhower-birthplace@thc.texas.gov

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Located in the heart of Denison, Eisenhower Birthplace State Historic Site showcases the home where the 34th U.S. President Dwight David “Ike” Eisenhower was born in 1890. Antique furnishings fill the modest frame house, illustrating the working class life of the Eisenhowers. The visitors center celebrates Ike with memorabilia and exhibits featuring his many accomplishments as president and war hero.

Hours

Tuesday–Saturday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

Sunday: Noon - 5 p.m.

Closed Monday.

ADVANCE RESERVATIONS RECOMMENDED. Tours at 9, 10, and 11 am, 12, 1, 2, 3 and 4 p.m. (last tour of the day/house tour only).

Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.

Admission Fees

No charge to walk the grounds (pick up walking tour at entrance).

Admission includes 30 minute self-guided tour inside historic house and 30 minutes in museum exhibits.

Adults
$4

Seniors
$3

5 and under
Free

Ages 6-18
College Students
Adult Tour Groups
$3 Per Person

Family Fee
(2 Adults/1 Child or 1 Adult/2 Children)
$8
Each additional child
$1

School Groups
(Reservations Required)
$1

Upcoming Events

December 13

Holiday on the Home Front

The Eisenhower Birthplace State Historic Site invites you to learn more about the history of the holiday season through our Holiday on the Home Front program. Take part in arts and crafts including paper plate wreaths, mini-stocking decorations,...

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