President James K. Polk State Historic Site

"What an amazing historical site in this area. Came here today to get some old photos of an 1800’s kitchen for a project. The employees were very helpful. I went on the tour which only cost $2.00 and worth way more. It wasn’t under an hour but I learned so much about life back in Polk’s time. Highly recommend."

"A small but comprehensive museum that takes about 30 minutes if watching the video. Missed the tour of the re-created farm buildings and gardens, but one house was open to all and there was a cooking demonstration happening inside. Museum docents were incredibly helpful and knowledgeable. We only stopped by because the museum was on the bike path we were riding on, but so happy we stumbled upon this hidden gem!"

"First visit here in probably 25 years. I had forgotten what a great place it is, not just for learning more about history, but also for experiencing the beauty of nature in the middle of a bustling, growing city. We took the Death and Dying tour, which was all about how people in Polk's time met their ends and how death was dealt with. I learned some new things, for example, many people would poison themselves and pass out from their lead lined flasks, only to wake up hours later buried alive. Our tour guide, Kyle, was very knowledgeable and gave us an informative, entertaining glimpse into the unpleasant details of death and dying in Polk's time. I hope to visit more often in the future! Thanks for a great experience! ♥️"

"We were in town and I googled something to do. I took the kids to see some history and for what it was worth, we all enjoyed it. We were able to catch the guided tour and I loved seeing my son engage with the tour guide and ask questions. The people working the facility were very pleasant from the start to the end of our visit."

"I arrived late on a sunny June day, parked in a small parking lot, and went inside the building. Staff was very kind and let me know that the museum was to the right and there was a video about Polk started in the next few minutes. I sat and watched the 13-minute video before perusing small but informative museum with items on display from the area as well as the state archives. When I was finished inside the museum, I went outdoors to walk the site. The nature trail was closed, but the Sugar Creek greenway cuts through the property and was available for a stroll. I sat on the picnic tables under the shade and surveyed the 22 acre property. This is all that was left of the 150 acres originally left to James K Polk as a wedding present by his father."