![]() ![]() America's Greatest PlaywrightRead about O'Neill's life, trials, tribulations, and development into one of America's greatest playwrights. ![]() History and CultureLearn more about the life of Eugene O'Neill at the Tao House in Danville, California. ![]() Directons and TransportationDirections to the shuttle stop in Danville, California. Tours and Visiting the ParkThe Eugene O'Neill National Historic Site is free to the public and only accessible by our complimentary National Park Service Shuttle that picks up visitors at The Museum of the San Ramon Valley at 205 Railroad Avenue, Danville, California 94526. Visitors are not permitted to drive their vehicles to the main park site, due to its location in a private, gated commmunity. Regular Park Days and Hours:Monday: Park Closed How to Reserve Your Tour:Email is our preferred method for reservations.
OR you may call our Reservation Line: (925) 228-8860 x6422 Getting to the ParkDirections to the pick up site Outdoor ActivitiesIn addition to Tao House, there are a number of other features on the site that are preserved from Eugene O'Neill's time. Directly adjacent to the home is the courtyard area, with planted gardens and historic pathways. Outside the courtyard, there are historic walking paths, one of which leads to the swimming pool that O'Neill used for his afternoon swims. Historic black walnut and almond orchards are on site also. Across from the house is the 19th century barn, which is the only structure remaining that predates the O'Neill era. This barn has been rehabilitated now and serves as a performance venue where, in collaboration with the Eugene O'Neill Foundation, plays are presented at different times of the year. Information about performances can be found on their website at www.eugeneoneill.org. At the far end of the site is a grave marker for Blemie, the O'Neill family's beloved Dalmatian, for whom he wrote a very touching last will and testament. Aside from the various structures and features of the site, the location above the San Ramon valley provides a glimpse into the sense of seclusion and serenity that Eugene O'Neill was looking for. |
Last updated: May 19, 2022