Wheatland, an 1828 Federal mansion house, was the rural Lancaster County home of James Buchanan, America’s 15th President of the United States (1857-1861). This National Historic Landmark has been restored to show life during the years of Buchanan’s occupancy (1848-1868). Since 1937, Wheatland has been open to the public as an historic house museum. Wheatland is widely regarded as one of the best preserved homes of America’s Presidents. Wheatland still displays the grandeur of 19th century life. The rooms are elegantly decorated in Victorian style and illustrate the luxuries of life during this time period. Sitting on four acres, the property contains the Wheatland mansion, carriage house, and various outbuildings. In December, special candlelight tours are given of the home.