Hard work, a good education, and an interest in civic duty are attributes that made the Taft family outstanding leaders over the years. The environment that shaped Taft's character and philosophy is highlighted on a visit to the site.
Photo: NPS / Tom Engberg
William Howard Taft National Historic Site
High atop one of Cincinnati's most prominent hilltops stands the two-story Greek Revival house where William Howard Taft was born and grew up.
- LocationCincinnati, OH
- Entrance No fee listed
- HoursToday: 9:00AM - 4:00PM
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Weather now88°F Overcast
- Alerts 1 active alert
Overview
Topics
- Birthplace
- Presidents
Alerts (1)
InformationWeekend Guided Tours Availability
Please visit the Guided Tours of the Taft Family Home page to review the tour times available for visitors on weekend day visits.
Things to Do
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Facilities & Services
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Visitor Centers
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Taft Education Center
Visitor Center
The Taft Education Center is the park's main visitor center. It is the first building visitors should enter upon arriving to the park. Restrooms are located inside the…
2038 Auburn Ave., Cincinnati, OH (605) 836-3421 Directions
Details
The Taft Education Center is the park's main visitor center. It is the first building visitors should enter upon arriving to the park. Restrooms are located inside the building along with a water fountain. Visitors will be able to view the park film, arrange for a tour of the Taft home and purchase small items in the park's bookstore. Additionally, special exhibits are available for viewing during various times of the year.
Plan Your Visit
Hours
Today: 9:00AM - 4:00PM · Taft Education Center
Hours details
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Taft Education CenterToday: 9:00AM - 4:00PM
The Taft Education Center is the park's main visitor center. The park grounds have different hours of operation and are open 9 am to 4 pm, seven days a week.
Monday Closed Tuesday Closed Wednesday Closed Thursday 9:00AM - 4:00PM Friday 9:00AM - 4:00PM Saturday 9:00AM - 4:00PM Sunday 9:00AM - 4:00PM
Entrance fees
No entrance fees listed.
Weather
88°F
Overcast · feels like 84°
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Today
90° 59°
Overcast9% rain
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Tomorrow
77° 55°
Light rain shower88% rain -
Saturday
68° 51°
Sunny6% rain
Updated 3 hr ago
What to expect by season
The park lies in a humid continental zone with a generally temperate climate. Winters are mildly cold with average temperatures around 48 degrees (F). Summers are hot and humid with an average temperature around 77 degrees (F). Average annual total rainfall is just under 40". Snowfall in the winter is generally light with an average total snowfall of less than 12"
Contact the park
Photos
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The main entrance lobby to the Taft Education Center greets visitors when they arrive. — NPS / Tom Engberg -
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Getting There
Cincinnati, OH 45219
From I-71 north; Take Exit 2 (Reading Road and Eden Park Drive). Stay in right lane; turn left at first stoplight onto Dorchester Avenue, and go to the top of the hill.
Full directions
Turn right on Auburn Avenue and go 1 ½ blocks to the site. Park will be on the right. From I-71S, take Exit 3 (Taft Road). Follow Taft Road westbound. Go 0.75 mile to Auburn Avenue. Turn left and go 0.5 mile to the site. Park will be on the left.
Mailing address: 2038 Auburn Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45219
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