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Susquehanna Gateway Heritage Area - SITE
James Buchanan's Wheatland
America’s 15th president (1857-1861) James Buchanan was born in a log house at Stony Batter in Cove Gap, Pa. But he made his home in Lancaster at an 1828 federal-style brick mansion. Dubbed Wheatland, for the wheat fields that once surrounded it, Buchanan bought the house before his term in office and returned to spend his last years there. Known as the only bachelor president, Buchanan had great affection for Wheatland and praised "the comforts and tranquility of home as contrasted with the troubles, perplexities, and difficulties" of his public life. The rooms are elegantly decorated in Victorian. The property also features a carriage house, and various outbuildings. In December, special candlelight tours are given of the home.
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1120 Marietta Ave. Lancaster, PA 17603 tel: 717-392-8721
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Apr-Dec, Mon-Sat, 10am-4pm. Admission charged. Group rates available.
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February 15, 2010
President's Day at Wheatland - Two for the price of One
April 24, 2010
Celebrate President James Buchanan's 219th Birthday!
May 8, 2010
First Lady's 19th Century Formal Tea
June 4, 2010
Martinis in the Mansion
June 12, 2010
The Passing of the President
July 17, 2010
A Day with Harriet Land: First Lady & Philanthropist
August 28, 2010
Life Below Stairs: The Servants' Tour
September 11, 2010
Life Below Stairs: The Servants' Tour
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