James Whitcomb Riley Boyhood Home and Museum

The James Whitcomb Riley Boyhood Home and Museum are owned by the City of Greenfield and operated by the Parks and Recreation Department. The Boyhood Home of the famed “Hoosier Poet” James Whitcomb Riley will take you back to life in the 1850s and ’60s. The Home provides an opportunity to view life from the poet’s perspective as he grew up and as an adult later in life by offering a glimpse into a pioneer-era homestead, including family items that influenced James’ life and poetry. The Museum displays objects from later in Riley’s career, our gift shop, and new programming/rental facility, Lizabuth Ann’s Kitchen. The Boyhood Home and Museum are located at 250 West Main Street. (We are closed on Sundays, Mondays, and major holidays). Our season runs from the third Tuesday of March through the last Saturday in October.

Address

250 West Main Street Greenfield, Indiana 46140

Hours of Operation

We are open for the regular season between March 17th– October 31st 2026

Tuesday-Saturday

11:00am-4:00pm

Contact

riley.home@greenfieldin.gov

317-462-8539

Fees

Adult $7.00
Military (with ID) $5.50
Seniors $5.50
Students (6-17) $2.00
Age 5 and under are FREE!

Payment can be made in the form of cash, check, or credit card.

Parking

The parking lot is located off North Street behind the Home and Museum.

Tours are led by the Riley Home Hostesses. School groups are welcome! For more information or to schedule a group tour, call (317) 462-8539 during open dates. For more information or to schedule a group tour, call (317) 462-8539 or email us at riley.home@greenfieldin.gov The last time slot for tours is 3:00 PM. All groups of 10 or more should RSVP at least one (1) week in advance. For your convenience, please remember to check the website and Facebook for updates.