CIVICS · HISTORICAL MARKER
The Front (North Façade) of Wheatland
Lancaster, Pennsylvania · Stop 2 | Audio Tour at bit.ly/lhtour
Historical Marker Database · Adam Margolis
Civics
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THE STORY
Narrated · Plays hands-free in Travel Mode
Wheatland was built in 1828 for William Jenkins and his family. James Buchanan bought the home in 1848 and ran his 1856 presidential campaign from the mansion, giving political speeches from this porch.
PHOTOS
Photo: Adam Margolis
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Lancaster, Pennsylvania · USA
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