Martin Van Buren National Historic Site
Hours
See this week's hours below.
- Entrance fee
- The Park Service lists no entrance fee for this site.
- Phone
- 5187641041
- Address
- Martin Van Buren NHS, Kinderhook, NY 12106-3605
About Martin Van Buren
Born in Kinderhook, New York, in 1782, Martin Van Buren was the first president born a US citizen. His life spanned the American Revolution to the Civil War and was shaped by the most important issues of the era: US expansionism and the removal of Indigenous people, states’ rights, and slavery. This historic landscape invites reflection on the many lives and legacies woven into its past.
Hours
Martin Van Buren National Historic Site
Park grounds are open year round from 7:00 am to sunset. Visitor facilities and guided tours of the president's home are available on a seasonal basis. Please check our Operating Hours & Seasons page for our current facility hours.
| Monday | 7:00 AM to Sunset |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to Sunset |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to Sunset |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to Sunset |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to Sunset |
| Saturday | 7:00 AM to Sunset |
| Sunday | 7:00 AM to Sunset |
Getting there
The park entrance road is located off of route 9H about two miles south of Kinderhook Village. GPS Coordinates: 42° 22' 52'' N -73° 42' 13'' W
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.
Things to do
Arts and Culture, Birdwatching, Bookstore and Park Store, Compass and GPS, Food, Geocaching, Guided Tours, Junior Ranger Program, Picnicking, Self-Guided Tours - Walking, Shopping, Wildlife Watching.
Source: National Park Service data feed, checked September 24, 2026. Hours shown are the Park Service's posted standard hours plus any date changes it lists. Official page for Martin Van Buren ↗