Basic Information

Seasonal Changes to Visitor Services

Beginning November 1, 2026, Lindenwald, the Visitor Center, and park bookstore are closed for the season. Park grounds remain OPEN daily from 7 am to sunset.
Guided house tours are anticipated to resume in late May or early June 2027.

Visitors can continue exploring the park through the free NPS App, featuring the self-guided Wayside Loop – Martin Van Buren and Dogs of the NPS audio tours.

The Junior Ranger program is also available year-round! Download the Junior Ranger activity booklet from the park website and mail your completed booklet to the park to earn an official Junior Ranger badge.

 

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Operating Hours & Seasons

 

Park grounds are open year round from 7:00 am to sunset. Visitor facilities and tours of the president's home are offered on a seaonal basis: check our Operating Hours & Seasons page for our current park hours. 

Weather

The weather at Martin Van Buren National Historic Site is typical of the northeast United States; it varies considerably throughout the year. Always check the forecast prior to your visit and dress accordingly. Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes.

Fees & Passes

There are no fees to enter Martin Van Buren National Historic Site or to tour President Van Buren's home. Visitors must, however, register for a tour of the house by checking in and signing up at the visitor center.

Visitor Centers

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An aerial view of the park showing facilities, parking and surrounding farmland.

Michael Frederick

Operating Hours & Seasons

Both the visitor center and Lindenwald, Martin Van Buren's home, are open seasonally. Please check our current facility hours and tour times when planning your visit.

Please note that access to Lindenwald is available through
guided tour only.

Guided House tours begin promptly on the hour and we encourage visitors to check the park calendar for the daily tour schedule.
*Lindenwald (the historic house) is not air conditioned and in the event of high heat, tours may be cancelled or shortened.

There is no charge to walk the grounds which is available year round from 7:00 a.m. to sunset. Pick up a brochure and site bulletin in the parking lot and follow the three quarter-mile wayside loop to learn more about the founder of the Democratic Party.

Visitor Center

The park's visitor center is located across Old Post Road from the visitor parking lot, and is open seasonally. Check in there first to learn about programs and sign up for tours of the historic house Lindenwald.

Fees & Passes

There are no fees to enter Martin Van Buren National Historic Site or to tour President Van Buren's home. Visitors must, however, register for a tour of the house by stopping at the visitor center.

Weather

The weather at Martin Van Buren National Historic Site is typical of the northeast United States;it varies considerably throughout the year. Always check the forecast prior to your visit and dress accordingly. Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes as well.

Pets

Pets are welcome at Martin Van Buren NHS, but must be kept on a leash no longer than six feet at all times. The park grounds are open for recreation, such as dog walking, from 7:00 AM to sunset year round. Remember, please clean up after your pet.

Pets of any kind, except for service animals, are not permitted inside any historic structure or other building.

Remember: NEVER leave your pet in a closed vehicle in the parking lot.

Permits & Reservations

Special uses of the park, like weddings or commercial filming, require permits. Picnic tables may be used for free on a first-come, first-serve basis. Schools and organized groups may reserve guided tours of the historic site.
Click for film permits

Goods & Services

Just north of the park the villages of Kinderhook and Valatie offer dining, shopping, gas, and other commercial services. Additional goods and services may be found in the city of Hudson, ten miles south of the park .