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Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site

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Park Closure September 30 - Delayed opening of Visitor Center

On Wednesday, September 30, the Stone Cottage Visitor Center will open at 10 AM at the Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site.

Straight from the US National Park Service, refreshed several times a day.

The Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site, located in Hyde Park, New York, was the home of Eleanor Roosevelt from 1949 until her death in 1962. This site offers insight into the life of a prominent figure in American history, known for her advocacy for civil rights and social justice.

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Visitors come to explore the grounds and the house, which is filled with personal artifacts and exhibits that reflect Eleanor's contributions to society. The site serves as a reminder of her legacy and the values she championed throughout her life.

In pictures

A small fieldstone cottage on a lush lawn with flowering shrubs.
A small fieldstone cottage on a lush lawn with flowering shrubs.

Things to do

Tour Val-Kill Cottage
30 Minutes

Everything you need to know about access to Eleanor Roosevelt's home and how to obtain your tickets. Tour days...
Top Cottage Trail
1-2 Hours · Winter/Spring

This trail takes you to the highest point on the Hyde Park Trails. When you reach the summit, you will have ma...
Stone Cottage Visitor Center
30 Minutes

Stone Cottage Visitor Center and Exhibit
Explore the FDR Presidential Library Exhibits
1-3 Hours · Winter/Spring

The Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum is independently operated and maintained by the Nati...
View the Park Film: Rendezvous with History
20 Minutes · Winter/Spring

The park film runs daily at the Henry Wallace Visitor & Education Center. The 140-seat theater features a high...
Close to Home
20 Minutes · Winter/Spring

Eleanor Roosevelt: Close to Home is an overview of the inspirational life of Eleanor Roosevelt and highlights...
Eleanor's Walk
1 Hour · Winter/Spring

Get to know Eleanor Roosevelt—wife, mother, and grandmother; Hyde Park neighbor, activist, and diplomat—as you...
Farm Lane Trail
1-2 Hours · Winter/Spring

Roosevelt Farm Lane is part of the historic road network that connected the Roosevelt Home, Val-Kill, Top Cott...

Practical

At a glance

Opened
1949
Open
9 AM to 5 PM, daily
Accessibility
wheelchair accessible
Address
54 Valkill Park Road, Hyde Park, NY 12538
Opening hours
9 AM to 5 PM, daily
Phone
845-229-9422
Price
Free
Website
www.nps.gov

Things to know

Expect queues during weekends and holidays.
Tickets can be purchased on-site or online.
Guided tours are available but may require advance booking.
Dress comfortably for walking around the grounds.

Photo: NPS Photo / Bill Urbin