Thomas Edison National Historical Park (U.S. National Park Service)

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Welcome

Imagine your day ending at sunset. Life without music, motion pictures, radio. Life without light itself. Our modern lives began at the turn of the century in West Orange, New Jersey. The Laboratory and home of Thomas Edison, stopped in time, continue to teach a new generation.

		Thomas Edison Want to know more about Thomas Edison? Perhaps read his biography or meet his family? Find out more about Thomas Edison and Thomas Edison National Historical Park. more...

Advertising photo of an Edison phonograph.

What! No MP3 Player?

You don't need an MP3 player to take a step back in time and listened to original Edison phonograph recordings. Just click, listen and enjoy!
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		Dreadnought Tile Original interlocking tile linoleum from the servants dining room at the home of Thomas and Mina Edison has been reproduced and installed in the kitchen, laundry room and hallway. More...

		Visiting the Park The Laboratory Complex is now open again. You can also visit the Glenmont Estate, home of Thomas and Mina Edison. While visiting you can take a tour of the home, walk the estate grounds and listen to a cell phone tour, children can earn their Junior Ranger badge. Hours of operation and directions are just a click away. More...

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Thomas Edison National Historical Park
211 Main Street
West Orange, New Jersey 07052-5612

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Phone

Park Headquarters
(973) 736-0550 ext. 46

Visitor Information
(973) 736-0550 ext. 11

Fax

(973) 736-8496

Climate

Summers are generally hot and humid. Winters are generally cold with variable precipitation. We recommend layers of clothing, especially in early spring and late fall. Part of the tour is outdoors. Come prepared for inclement weather.