Guided Tours

Seasonal Changes to Visitor Services

Beginning November 1, 2026, Lindenwald, the Visitor Center, and park bookstore are closed for the season. Park grounds remain OPEN daily from 7 am to sunset.
Guided house tours are anticipated to resume in late May or early June 2027.

Visitors can continue exploring the park through the free NPS App, featuring the self-guided Wayside Loop – Martin Van Buren and Dogs of the NPS audio tours.

The Junior Ranger program is also available year-round! Download the Junior Ranger activity booklet from the park website and mail your completed booklet to the park to earn an official Junior Ranger badge.

 

President Van Buren hosted countless political meetings in the formal parlor during the 1840's and 1850's.

National Park Service

Tours of Lindenwald

Guided tours of Lindenwald, Van Buren's post-presidency home, are offered seasonally.
Guided House tours begin promptly on the hour.
See our Calendar for more details and the latest updates.
*Lindenwald (the historic house) is not air conditioned and in the event of high heat, tours may be cancelled or shortened.

Be advised that tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis. In the summer months tours fill up quickly.

How to Obtain Tickets
Access to Van Buren's home is by guided tour only. Tickets are free and sign up is available at the visitor center. You must be present to sign up for a tour.

About the Tour
Tours cover the interior of Lindenwald and discuss Van Buren's political career, his life as a gentleman farmer, and the lives of domestic servants and laborers living and working on the property.

Preservation Restrictions and Conditions

• The public may not carry open containers of food or beverages into the home. Water bottles are permitted but must remain sealed and contained at all times while inside the house.
• Photography is permitted inside, but we ask that you refrain from using your flash. Selfie Sticks and Tripods are not permitted on the public tour.

Planning a Group Visit?

Due to a limited amount of space in the house, we ask that large groups call ahead to arrange special tour accommodations.
Call 518-764-1041 to schedule the date of your group visit, the size of your group, and any special focus you would like to include on the tour.