Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library & Museums

Visit President Rutherford B. Hayesâ wooded estate named Spiegel Grove, home of Americaâs first presidential library. Tour the presidentâs 31-room Victorian mansion, see his tomb, visit the newly renovated museum, explore the library and walk the mile of paved trails. About Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library Museums: Hayes was the 19th U.S. President serving from 187Elementary, Middle School, High School81. He was also a Ohio governor, a U.S. Congressman and a General in the Civil War and loving husband to Lucy and father to eight children. Honoring the memory of Rutherford B. Hayes, his family established the first presidential library open to the public in 1916. For 100 years the collections have grown beyond the core collection to include 90,000 books, manuscripts and images which reflect Hayes special interests, including genealogy, local history, and the Gilded Age period in which he lived. Spiegel Grove houses the Hayes Museum and 31 room mansion, along with 25 acres of park and the burial site of President and Mrs. Hayes. The Hayes Presidential Library Museums wants to know how it can support and engage you in 2026 and beyond Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library Museums Welcome to theRutherford B. HayesPresidential Library MuseumsLearn More nual report 2020 Annual report 2019 Annual report 2018 Media Kit Downloadable B-roll Downloadable Images Policy for social media users Photo and video policy Events Printable Calendar of Events Support Us About Gifts Gateway to the Future Annual Appeal Sponsorship Opportunities Foundations and Corporations Estate Planning/Planned Giving Endowment Our Financials IRS Form 990 Tax Identification – 501(c) 3 Gifts: Online, Mail, Phone, Stock Monthly Giving Give Online Kroger Rewards Membership New Membership Signup Renew Membership Gift Membership Purchase Membership FAQs Thank you Members! Membership Genealogy Benefits Reciprocal Membership Benefits Monthly Membership Perks Hayes Member Video Series Shop All Items Apparel