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Ronald Reagan Boyhood Home

Experience the presidential legacy of one of America’s most influential and beloved presidents. You can walk in the footsteps of Ronald Reagan, encounter a presidential story who’s beginning looked a lot like yours, and discover the virtues and principles you can use to become an inspirational leader like Ronald Reagan.

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Public tours are available April – December

Thursday – Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Tours begin on the hour with the last tour leaving at 3:00 p.m.

The home will be closed November 28 and 29 in observance of Thanksgiving. Tours will begin again on November 30. 
The last public tour of the 2024 season will be on December 13. Please join us on December 14 for our big Community Christmas Event at the Reagan Boyhood Home!

Group tours and special events may be scheduled outside of listed times. Please contact us to learn how.

810 S Hennepin Ave, Dixon, Illinois 61021  | (815) 288-5176

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Visiting the Ronald Reagan Boyhood Home

Admission

As a result of generous supporters, admission is now free for those who wish to learn and be inspired by the humble yet moving stories that shaped Ronald Reagan into one of America’s most beloved presidents.

Admission consists of a pre-tour film that details President Reagan’s family and environment in the 1920 and 30’s and the docent-guided tour of his boyhood home.

Tour Length

Tours take approximately one hour.

Parking

Visitors may use our parking lot located on the corner of S Galena Ave and W 9th St. Additionally, there is free and convenient motor coach parking with easy access for travelers leaving and entering the coach in front of our park on S Hennepin Ave.

Opportunities to Volunteer

We are always seeking inspiring and motivated individuals who would like to leave a lasting impression on visitors and instill them with the stories and values that shaped President Reagan into the man we all know and love.

If you or someone you know would like to become a docent or volunteer at the Reagan Boyhood Home, please contact us and let us know about your interests.

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Become a Member

YAF Chapters

Events & Conferences

Host a Speaker

Campus Activism

Programs

Young Americans for Freedom

Center for Entrepreneurship

National Journalism Center

Reagan Ranch

Reagan Boyhood Home

Campus Lectures & Activism

Defending Student Rights

Middle School Programs

YAF on Capitol Hill

News & Issues

All Media

Articles

Videos

The New Guard

About

About Us

Staff Members

Our Boards

Careers

Financials