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Landmark: McKinley Presidential Library & MuseumCity: Canton
Country: USA Ohio
Continent: North America
McKinley Presidential Library & Museum, Canton, USA Ohio, North America
Overview
In Canton, Ohio, the McKinley Presidential Library & Museum brings the legacy of William McKinley-the nation’s 25th president-to life, from his campaign speeches to artifacts you can almost feel beneath your fingertips.The Stark County Historical Society runs it, tucked right at the base of the McKinley National Memorial where the stone steps begin.The McKinley Gallery houses the world’s largest collection of artifacts tied to William McKinley, giving visitors an up-close look at his life, his time in the White House, and the mark he left on history.Street of Shops is a full-scale indoor recreation of a 19th‑century town, with wooden storefronts and cobblestone walkways that make you feel like you’ve stepped back in time.You’ll find real touches here, like a fire station complete with a horse-drawn engine and a shiny brass pole kids can zip down, making it a lively spot for families.Discover World is an interactive science center where you can explore natural history and paleontology, from towering mastodon fossils to the sharp fangs of saber-toothed cats.This space is built for learning you can touch, with activities that draw in younger visitors-think puzzles you can piece together or buttons that light up.Since 1963, the Hoover-Price Planetarium has drawn visitors with shows for every curiosity-from the playful “Cosmic Kids” to the expansive “Universe at Large.” Just steps away, the Keller Gallery rotates exhibits, mixing treasures from the Smithsonian and the Norman Rockwell Museum with gems from the museum’s own collection.The Ramsayer Research Library is a specialized, non-lending space packed with rare documents and archives on McKinley, local history, and more-perfect for scholars and history buffs who want to dig deep without taking the materials home.You’ll find us at 800 McKinley Monument Drive NW in Canton, Ohio.We’re open Tuesday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sundays from noon to 4 p.m.-closed Mondays and on major holidays like New Year’s Day, Easter, and Christmas.Admission is $15 for adults, $14 for seniors 60 and over, $13 for kids ages 3–18, and free for children under 2.Right next to the museum stands the McKinley National Memorial, where President William McKinley rests alongside his wife Ida and their two daughters beneath its quiet marble dome.Dedicated in 1907, it still stands as a proud historic landmark, a quiet stone tribute to his legacy.The museum blends carefully preserved history with engaging exhibits and hands-on activities, drawing in history buffs, curious families, and anyone fascinated by presidents or science.
