Woodrow Wilson Family Home

The Woodrow Wilson Family Home is a two-story building in Columbia with early 20th-century architecture and period furnishings throughout. Inside, exhibits document Wilson's early years and his path to prominence.

Thomas Woodrow Wilson spent his childhood in this home during the 1870s, years before he would become the 28th President of the United States. The building was designated a National Historic Landmark to preserve this connection to American history.

The home displays how the Wilson family lived during the 1800s, with original furnishings and personal items that show what daily life was like in that era. Visitors can see the actual rooms as they were used and understand the family's everyday surroundings.

The home is open to visitors with guided tours that provide insight into Wilson's life and educational programs for different age groups. It is helpful to check tour times in advance and whether reservations are needed.

The rooms are arranged exactly as they were during Wilson's youth in the 1800s, with original items from his family's personal life. This authentic arrangement gives visitors a direct sense of how the family actually lived in these spaces.