Eisenhower Bank Barn

This 19th century barn is the oldest standing structure on the Eisenhower farm.

EISE NPS

Quick Facts

Location:

Eisenhower National Historic Site

Significance:

This 19th century barn is the oldest standing structure on the Eisenhower farm. Used initially for dairy cows, General Eisenhower used it for stables and storing farm equipment.

Designation:

Historic Structure

Amenities

7 listed

Accessible Rooms, Junior Ranger Booklet Available, Restroom, Restroom - Accessible, Restroom - Seasonal, Scenic View/Photo Spot, Toilet - Flush

The oldest standing structure on the Eisenhower property, the bank barn is an example of a classic staple of farms in Adams County, Pennsylvania. Built into the bank of the hillside, this 1887 barn offered a place for livestock, hay, and farm equipment for decades, long before the Eisenhowers purchased the property.

While originally red, General Eisenhower felt the barn stood out too much from the white Eisenhower home and had a custom mix of gray and green paints combined to give the barn its current color. The upper barn was used for storing farm equipment, and the lower level also included horse stables. 

Today, the upper level contains farm equipment from the Eisenhower era, while the lower level provides restrooms for visitors.