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

October 8

Eisenhower Birthday Celebration

Join us for the annual Eisenhower Birthplace for the Birthday Celebration.
We will have: Birthday Cake at 12 pm!! Wash Station, Croquet, Chalk, Coloring and Craft Station, Community Partner Tables, Large Coloring Banner, Memory Map,...

October 15

Cemetery Preservation Program

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October 20

Home School Day

October 20th, from 10am – 3pm Eisenhower Birthplace State Historic Site invites home school families to join in our first Home School Day! Admission is $3 per person ($1 for each child after the first); all activities and tour admission are...

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