In celebration of Presidents' Day, LancasterHistory, 230 N. President Ave., Lancaster, will offer a special tour program at Wheatland, the historic home of President James Buchanan, on Monday, Feb. 17. Tours will be offered on the hour starting at 10 a.m., with the last tour beginning at 3 p.m.

Each Presidents' Day, tours at Wheatland examine a specific topic related to the Lancaster politician's public life. This year's program, "The Feud That Divided the Democratic Party," will delve into the decades of the 1830s through 1860s to explore the roots of political doctrines and values held by Democrats Buchanan and Stephen Douglas. Their disagreements and differing interpretation of the law and society frequently clashed, creating a toxic political atmosphere that would cost both of them the 1852 Democratic nomination and, later, split the Democratic Party. At the heart of their disagreements was the application of popular sovereignty, the right of citizens in territories to confirm their state's entry into the Union as a free or slave state. Visitors will learn about each individual's beliefs and values and how they aligned but also created a rift within the party.

Advance ticket purchase is encouraged; to purchase tickets, visit or call 717-392-4633. Members of LancasterHistory may receive complimentary access, but they are advised to book in advance to secure their preferred tour time. Discounts are available to EBT, SNAP, and WIC cardholders through the Museums for All program; seniors age 65 and up; students age 11 through college; and active military members and veterans.