President James K. Polk Home & Museum

Upcoming Events

Past Events

Homeschool Day - Historic Field Day

Famliy of Influence Walking Tour: Columbia and the Polk Family

Polk Academy: Tennessee Time Traveler Camp

Polk Academy: Leadership & Civics

Polk Academy: Gold Rush Camp

Polk Academy: Curator Camp

Homeschool Day- Archeology

Homeschool Day- Victorian Christmas

Homeschool Day- Art & History

Member Luncheon

Bloodys & Biscuits

Women's History Month Tour

Columbia, TN CDT

This fun homeschool day with feature historic games including graces, hoop and stick, baseball and more. Crafts and activities will be available for all ages all day.

Thursday, May 16 2024 9:00 AM — 1:00 PM CDT

Thu, May 16 2024 9:00 AM — 1:00 PM CDT

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Columbia, TN CDT

The President James K. Polk Home and Museum presents a walking tour of downtown Columbia, TN that features the history of the town told through stories of the Polk family.

Saturday, May 25 2024 9:00 AM — 10:30 AM CDT

Sat, May 25 2024 9:00 AM — 10:30 AM CDT

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Columbia, TN CDT

Join this exciting camp to travel through hundreds of years of Tennessee history, from Native American civilizations into the mid-20th century. Campers will experience 5 days of exciting hands-on activities and crafts that w… read more

Mon, Jun 17 2024 9:00 AM CDT — Fri, Jun 21 2024 2:00 PM CDT

Mon, Jun 17 2024 9:00 AM — Fri, Jun 21 2024 2:00 PM CDT

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Columbia, TN CDT

What does it take to be elected President of the United States? In this fun camp, Polk's career in all three branches of government, his laws, trials and more will be discussed through the lens of civics and leadership. Camp… read more

Mon, Jun 24 2024 9:00 AM CDT — Fri, Jun 28 2024 2:00 PM CDT

Mon, Jun 24 2024 9:00 AM — Fri, Jun 28 2024 2:00 PM CDT

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Columbia, TN CDT

In James K. Polk’s final address to Congress, he confirmed the discovery of gold in California! Campers will engage in 5 days of hands-on activities and exciting presentations that will take them from the Polk White House, t… read more

Mon, Jul 8 2024 9:00 AM CDT — Fri, Jul 12 2024 2:00 PM CDT

Mon, Jul 8 2024 9:00 AM — Fri, Jul 12 2024 2:00 PM CDT

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Columbia, TN CDT

This exciting opportunity to get behind the scenes of history will allow students to get hands-on experience in historical research, museum planning, and artifact care and interpretation. Throughout the week, students will l… read more

Mon, Jul 15 2024 9:00 AM CDT — Fri, Jul 19 2024 2:00 PM CDT

Mon, Jul 15 2024 9:00 AM — Fri, Jul 19 2024 2:00 PM CDT

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Columbia, TN CDT

This homeschool event will feature activities for all ages! Talk to a real archaeologist and participate in hands-on activity stations throughout the site to learn more about archaeology and what it can tell us about the pa… read more

Friday, September 20 2024 9:00 AM — 4:00 PM CDT

Fri, Sep 20 2024 9:00 AM — 4:00 PM CDT

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Columbia, TN CDT

Historic Christmas Traditions: Join us for tours of the Polk Home, holiday treats, and hands on activities to learn more about how people in the 19th century celebrated Christmas!

Friday, December 13 2024 9:00 AM — 1:00 PM CDT

Fri, Dec 13 2024 9:00 AM — 1:00 PM CDT

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Columbia, TN

This homeschool event will feature activities for all ages! Homeschool families are invited to explore the newest art-based exhibit in Presidential Hall, “Breaking the Chains of Forgetfulness.” Art activities will be set up throughout the site for families to explore different art forms, and learn …

Friday, March 15 2024 9:00 AM — 1:00 PM

Columbia, TN

This annual event will take place in the Polk Home gardens with a cocktail hour from 11:00am and a seated lunch at 12:00pm. In the event of inclement weather, the event will take place in Presidental Hall.

Thursday, April 25 2024 11:00 AM — 1:00 PM

Columbia, TN

The President James K. Polk Home and Museum will host our annual Bloodys & Biscuits fundraiser on Saturday morning, April 6 from 9:00 to 11:00. We will serve ham biscuits and bloody marys and offer live music in our gardens. Non-alcoholic beverages and children’s snacks will also be available. At t…

Saturday, April 6 2024 9:00 AM — 11:00 AM

April 2024

Columbia, TN

This special tour will take guests behind the scenes, around the property and through the Polk Home on a one hour tour exploring the women of the Polk Home. This engaging tour will delve into the exiting stories of Sarah Polk and her time as First Lady, Ophelia, the troubled sister who lived in th…

Fri, Mar 15 2024 3:00 PM — Thu, Mar 28 2024 4:30 PM