Life After President Garfield - 11:00 a.m. In-Person Ranger-Led Program

National First Ladies' Library & Museum

Living history interpreter Debbie Weinkamer presents "Life after President Garfield," focused on First Lady Lucretia Garfield

First Ladies National Historic Site

First Ladies National Historic Site in Canton Ohio hosts living history interpreter Debbie Weinkamer for her program “Life after President Garfield" focused on First Lady Lucretia Garfield's experience after the assassination of her husband.The terrible tragedy of President Garfield’s assassination in 1881 shattered his wife Lucretia’s world. First Lady for only four months, she was suddenly thrust into the spotlight during his suffering after the shooting, staying constantly by his side. She was admired and respected by her fellow Americans and people abroad as she publicly exhibited strength and courage. However, her shy and private nature resumed after her husband’s death when she returned to Mentor, Ohio. Through her own words, learn more about Lucretia Garfield’s dedication to her husband’s memory and discover how she occupied her remaining 36-1/2 years. The Widow Garfield at the turn of the 20th Century will explain how her children achieved their own destinies and why James had said that Lucretia “rose up to every occasion.”

For additional information about the program please visit our website www.nps.gov/FILA , contact us at 330-452-0876 or, via email at FILA_info@nps.gov.

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