The beginning point of this Tour is the Johnson-Floyd Family Presidential Commons .Exciting features included in the Presidential Commons are the Stan and Sandy Hurt Presidential Promenade; the Presidential Medallions made possible through the generosity of the Efroymson Family Fund; and in the Sarah Evans Barker Citizenship Plaza, the Book of History made possible by Georgianne Neal and Andrea Neal, the Charters of Freedom made possible by Elaine Kops-Bedel and Eric Bedel, and the 89-ft Centennial Flagpole, presented by Phi Delta Theta International Fraternity.There is an information panel titled Welcome to the Home of an American President. Look at the photo on the lower left corner.
Old Whiskers Escapes! Book
Old Whiskers' Escape tells the true story of President Benjamin Harrison's pet goat that lived on the White House grounds. The goat often was spotted taking the president's grandchildren on wagon rides on the lawn but one day escaped with Grandson Baby McKee in tow. President Harrison, upon discovering the goat was missing, went running down Pennsylvania Avenue in hot pursuit, his top hat in one hand and cane in the other. The story, delightful in its own right, will offer readers surprising insight into Indiana's only president, the popularity of presidential pets at the White House during the 19th Century, and the enduring relationships between grandparents and their grandchildren.
The Stan and Sandy Hurt Presidential Promenade
Benjamin Harrison Medallion – From the commons, people are guided along a granite and brick path known as the Stan & Sandy Hurt Presidential Promenade. The walkway allows guests to follow in the “footsteps of the founders,” passing by 3D-printed stainless steel medallions representing every U.S. president. The 3-D the Presidential Medallions are made possible through the generosity of the Efroymson Family Fund
Home of Benjamin Harrison Plaque
Home of Benjamin Harrison Plaque
Elizabeth Harrison Rose Garden
Elizabeth Harrison Plaque The Elizabeth Harrison Rose Garden located on the north side of the home offers brick pathways to walk through the period rose collection. Dedicated to Benjamin's mother, the garden contains fragrant tea, grandiflora and Rugosa roses.
