Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site — Val-Kill Park Road
Hyde Park, NY Location
Category: National Parks
National Parks
Other Nearby Locations:
- Home Of Franklin D Roosevelt National Historic Site: Hyde Park (Estates Lane) — 1.6 miles
- Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site: Hyde Park (Vanderbilt Park Road) — 3.2 miles
- Thomas Cole National Historic Site: Catskill — 32.0 miles
Other Nearby:
- Dollar Tree: Hyde Park — 1.3 miles
- BJ's Wholesale Club: Wappingers Falls — 13.6 miles
- Sam's Club: Kingston — 14.9 miles
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54 Val-Kill Park Road
Hyde Park, NY 12538Driving Directions
Phone: (845)229-9115(845)229-9115 Maps & Directions
Other Nearby Locations:
- Home Of Franklin D Roosevelt National Historic Site: Hyde Park (Estates Lane) — 1.6 miles
- Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site: Hyde Park (Vanderbilt Park Road) — 3.2 miles
- Thomas Cole National Historic Site: Catskill — 32.0 miles
Other Nearby:
- Dollar Tree: Hyde Park — 1.3 miles
- BJ's Wholesale Club: Wappingers Falls — 13.6 miles
- Sam's Club: Kingston — 14.9 miles
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National Historic Site
Operating Hours & Seasons
Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site
May 2017 - October 2017 tours are offered throughout the day, with the last tour at 4:00 PM. November 2017 - April 2018, the Cottage is closed TUE/WED with tours offered Thursday-Monday at 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM. The grounds are open everyday* sunrise to sunset. Entrance gates will be subject to closure 30 minutes prior to sunset. The grounds will continue to remain open to pedestrians until sunset. *Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day, including buildings and grounds.7
Standard Hours
- Sunday: Sunrise - Sunset
- Monday: Sunrise - Sunset
- Tuesday: Sunrise - Sunset
- Wednesday: Sunrise - Sunset
- Thursday: Sunrise - Sunset
- Friday: Sunrise - Sunset
- Saturday: Sunrise - Sunset
Additional Information View More- Winter Hours for Val-Kill (November-April):
- November 1 - April 30
- Sunday:12:30 PM-4:00 PM
- Monday:12:30 PM-4:00 PM
- Tuesday: Closed
- Wednesday: Closed
- Thursday:12:30 PM-4:00 PM
- Friday:12:30 PM-4:00 PM
- Saturday:12:30 PM-4:00 PM
Fees & Passes
Entrance Fees:
- $10.00 - Eleanor Roosevelt Entrance Fee - Per Person
Your visit to Val-Kill includes a 45 minute guided tour of Val-Kill cottage, a twelve minute orientation film on Eleanor Roosevelt called, "Close to Home," and exhibits. Children 15 and under are free.
About
Your visit to Val-Kill includes a 45 minute guided tour of Val-Kill cottage, a twelve minute orientation film on Eleanor Roosevelt called, "Close to Home," and exhibits. Children 15 and under are free.
Val-Kill
"The greatest thing I have learned is how good it is to come home again." Eleanor Roosevelt
This simple statement expresses her love for the modest house she called Val-Kill. The only National Historic Site dedicated to a first lady, Val-Kill welcomes visitors in the style of Mrs. Roosevelt. Come and be part of the entire Roosevelt Experience at Val-Kill.
Directions
Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site is located on Route 9G in the Town of Hyde Park, NY.
Visitor Centers
Val-Kill Visitor Center
The Visitor Center is where you will purchase your tickets. It is also where the gift shop is located.
Weather
Spring: Temperatures usually range from 40°F to 70°F. Rain is not uncommon. Summer: Temperatures usually range from 70° F to 100° F. Humidity can be high throughout the summer months with periods of rain. Fall: Temperatures usually range from 40° F to 70° F. Peak leaf season is mid-October. Rain is not uncommon. Winter: Temperatures usually range from 30° F to 50°F. Ice, Freezing Rain and Snow are not uncommon.
Permits and Reservations Information