Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site Garden Tour Preview

Centennial Flagpole

The garden tour begins here at this 89 foot tall flagpole made possible by the Phi Delta Theta International Fraternity. There is an informational plaque at the base of the flagpole where you will find the answer to the question!

Historic Gardens Pathway

The Presidential Site grounds feature an array of flower beds for visitors to enjoy. The historic gardens are beautifully restored and masterfully cared for by nine volunteer gardeners (most of whom are Master Gardeners) who manicure and beautify the presidential estate on a weekly basis throughout the spring, summer and fall. They hail from local gardening associations, including: Garfield Park Master Gardeners, Arbutus Garden Club, Irvington Garden Club, Indianapolis Garden Club, Broad Ripple Garden Club, Hillcrest Garden Club, and Northside Master Gardeners. Go to the plaque for the quiz.

Caroline Scott Harrison Herb Garden

This sculpture is in the Caroline Scott Harrison Herb Garden, that was designed with herb selections for home, kitchen, medicinal and multiple uses. Also planted here are the Harrison’s strawberries, peonies and original Mock Orange shrub. A new grape arbor was constructed to support the original Concord Grapes that were planted on the property by the Harrison family when they resided here. The statue is Bedford limestone and was designed for the 1893 Columbian Exposition also known as the Chicago World’s Fair. Walk to the plaque for the quiz.

The Elm

This Elm tree was planted by the Daughters of the American Revolution October 1939. Make you way to the base of the tree and look for the plaque for the quiz.

The Majestic Harrison Oak

The Harrison Oak – sometimes called the “General Harrison” – has been designated as a historic tree by the America the Beautiful Fund. It was also designated as the Millennium Landmark Tree in Indiana. Vine & Branch, Inc. has carefully trimmed and maintained the Harrison Oak tree for many years so it can continue to welcome guests to the beautiful Presidential Site. Make your way to the boulder which has a plaque for the quiz.