William Howard Taft
National Historic Site

William Howard Taft National Historic Site is the only memorial to the Nation's 27th President and 10th Chief Justice. William Howard Taft was born and raised in this home and it has been restored to its appearance during the years he lived here as a child and young adult.

Louise Taft's letters to her family in Massachusetts provided details of decorating plans, home improvements, and furniture purchases that guided the restoration of the house. The restoration includes all the family portraits and many of the books that belonged to the Tafts while they occupied the house. Where original furniture was unavailable, restorers substituted antiques of the appropriate style. Most pieces were made in Cincinnati.

VISITATION:
Highest in May, June, and July: lowest in December and January.

ADDRESS:
William Howard Taft National Historic Site
2038 Auburn Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45219

TELEPHONE:
513-684-3262,
FAX 513-684-3627

OPERATING HOURS, SEASONS:
Daily, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., all year, closed January 1, Thanksgiving, December 25.

CLIMATE, RECOMMENDED CLOTHING:
Summer is hot and humid with highs in the 90s. Spring and fall are pleasant. Winter temperatures are generally mild and variable, but tempertures may drop below freezing with occasional snow.

DIRECTIONS:
The Taft house is located in the Mount Auburn section of Cincinnati, one block south of Christ Hospital. From I-71N, take exit 2 (Reading, Eden Park Drive). Stay in right lane; turn left at first stoplight onto Dorchester Street and go to the top of the hill. Turn right on Auburn Avenue and go 1 1/2 blocks to the home. From I-71S, take Exit 3 (Taft Road). Go 3/4 mile to Auburn Avenue. Turn Left ad go 1/2 mile to the home.

TRANSPORTATION:

FEES, COSTS, RATES:
Free admission. Donations accepted at the Taft house.

FACILITIES AND OPPORTUNITIES:
Visitor Center, Exhibits:

Trails, Roadways:

Programs/Activities:
Staff members conduct tours of the historic rooms. Other rooms display exhibits on Taft's early years and his political career.

Lodging and Camping facilities:
None in the park. Lodging may be found in the Cincinnati area and camping is available at nearby state and private campgrounds.

Food/Supplies:
Many restaurants and stores are located nearby.

Accessibility:
The house is accessible to wheelchairs. There is an elevator to the exhibits on the second floor.

Special Needs:

RECOMMENDED ACTIVITIES/PARK USE:

RESERVATIONS/PERMITS:
Reservations for school groups and bus tours are recommended as far in advance as practical. March, April, and May are the busiest months for group visits.

BASIC VISIT RECOMMENDATIONS:

SPECIAL EVENTS, PROGRAMS:
Special events include an Easter Egg hunt, a ceremonial Constution Signing during September and a New Years open house. For dates and times of the programs, call or write the park.

VISITOR IMPACTS:

ADJACENT VISITOR ATTRACTIONS:

ADDITONAL INFORMATION:
Write to William Howard Taft National Historic Site at 2038 Auburn Avenue Cincinati, Ohio 45219-3025.

School House This park is featured in a lesson plan created by Teaching with Historic Places, a program of the National Park Service that helps teachers and students understand how parks and other historic places embody America's historical experiences and cultural expressions.


Last Updated:Thursday, 28-Aug-97 16:46:22
http://www.nps.gov/wiho/
Author: Ray Henderson