National Historic Site
Ulysses S. Grant is known as the victorious Civil War general who saved the Union and the 18th President of the United States. He first met Julia Dent, his future wife, at her family home, named White Haven. From 1854 to 1859 the Dents, Grants and an enslaved African-American workforce lived on the property.
White Haven is picturesque in all seasons, but in the fall the trees are especially beautiful.
Credit: NPS Photo
Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site’s hours of operation are 9AM – 5PM, with the last tour of the historic house at 4 pm.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Wednesday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Monday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Thursday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Sunday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Tuesday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Friday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Saturday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
Regular Event
Registration Required
Guided Tour
Walk
Walk Through History
Join a park ranger for fun, fitness, and history on a 3-mile, lei... Read more
Now UntilOct 19, 2025
Regular Event
Children’s Program
Talk
Learn the story behind the bright green color that the house is painted and other items that were colored with the sa... Read more
Now UntilSep 1, 2025
Regular Event
Children’s Program
Guided Tour
Hike
Talk
Grab your binoculars or borrow some of ours to spot native bird species on the grounds.
Now UntilSep 1, 2025
Regular Event
Children’s Program
Talk
Learn some popular 19th century songs with a park ranger.
Now UntilSep 1, 2025
Regular Event
Children’s Program
Hike
Talk
Spend time capturing what you see in nature in drawing and written description.
Now UntilAug 31, 2025
Regular Event
Children’s Program
Hike
Talk
Explore some of the wildflowers that populate the native grasses area and rain garden at the park.
Now UntilAug 31, 2025
Regular Event
Children’s Program
Guided Tour
Talk
Grab your camera or use your phone. We will look for interesting angles, lighting and subjects and snap some photos a... Read more
Now UntilAug 31, 2025
Regular Event
Children’s Program
Living History
Talk
Discover the field-level logisitics on the battlefield in this discussion/demonstration by a ranger.
Now UntilAug 31, 2025
Regular Event
Campfire/Evening Program
Performance
Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy a free concert on the lawn in front of the house, featuring the Zydeco Crawda... Read more
Now UntilAug 21, 2025
Fees
Regular Event
Campfire/Evening Program
Performance
Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy a free concert on the lawn in front of the house, featuring the Old Jawbone, ... Read more
Now UntilSep 4, 2025
Fees