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Lindenwald, a yellow, 3 story mansion, is surrounded by trees.

Lindenwald during fall, the large Sycamore tree is prominently seen to the left rear of the house.

Le paysage à chasses, a scenic wallpaper of a hunting scene that is hung in Van Buren's dining room

Original sections of Le paysage à chasses by Zuber that hang in Van Buren's dining room.

The servants' dining room in the basement of Lindenwald. A round table fill the center of the room.

During Martin Van Buren’s ownership, this basement space served as a work and dining area for servants. However, during the Van Ness (1797) era, it may have been part of the living space for enslaved people.

A white marble bust of Martin Van Buren is centered between two windows and behind an oblong desk.

Inside Martin Van Buren's library a marble bust created by Hiram Powers dominates the space.

Physical Address:

Martin Van Buren NHS

1013 Old Post Road

Kinderhook, NY 12106-3605

Mailing Address:

Martin Van Buren NHS

1013 Old Post Road

Kinderhook, NY 12106-3605

contact-details

Phone Number: 5187641041 Voice
Phone Number: 5187586986 Fax

Email Address: mava_info@nps.gov
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Fees

Entrance Fees

Entrance Passes

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.

park designation:National Historic Site

Directions:

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

For detailed directions, please visit this link.

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Operating 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.

Weather Information:

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.