APPLY FOR A SPECIAL USE PERMIT:
If you would like to use the park for a WEDDING OR OTHER SPECIAL EVENT you must request a special use permit. Please contact the park with any questions you may have or download an application and email it to e-mail us . You may also mail it to: Martin Van Buren NHS 1013 Old Post Rd. Kinderhook, NY 12106.
Once reviewed we'll contact you to further discuss your proposed special use.
Special Use Permit Application (long form) complex events or activities
Filming, Still Photography and Audio Recording
- In most cases, permits and fees are not required for filming, still photography, or audio recording that involves eight or fewer individuals. In order to avoid permit and fee requirements, the filming, still photography, or audio recording must meet all of the following conditions:
- Occurs in areas open to the public;
- Uses hand-carried equipment only;
- Does not require exclusive use of a site;
- Does not adversely impact park resources, values, or other visitors; and
- Is not likely to result in additional administrative costs for the NPS.
- Permits and fees are never required for filming, still photography, or audio recording that is associated with an activity or event that has been authorized under a written instrument (e.g., permit or agreement), such as a wedding, sporting event, demonstration or other activity.
- All filming, still photography, and audio recording is treated the same under the new law. It does not matter whether it is commercial, non-commercial, for content creation, by a student, or conducted by media or for news gathering.
- When a filming, still photography, or audio recording permit is required, the National Park Service will charge location fees and fees to recover its costs to administer the permit, including application fees.
- Individuals and groups conducting filming, still photography, or audio recording remain subject to all other laws and regulations applicable to visitors to park areas, including those requiring permits for certain activities (e.g., special events or demonstrations) and those prohibiting disturbance or other negative impacts to natural or cultural resources.
- Individuals and groups conducting filming, still photography, or audio recording are subject to entrance and/or recreation fees that may apply in park areas even when a permit is not required.
- For more information consult the National Park Service webpage on Filming, Still Photography, and Audio Recording guidelines.
Are there other permit requirements?
You may be required to obtain liability insurance naming the United States as additionally insured in an amount commensurate with the risk posed to park resources by your proposed activity. You may also be asked to post a bond to ensure the payment of all charges and fees and the restoration of the area if necessary.
What about photography workshops?
If you are planning a photography workshop, you may need a commercial use authorization. See the commercial use authorization page for more information.
REQUEST A GROUP TOUR
If you are a school or an organized group and would like to schedule a tour please e-mail us or call 518-758-9689 to learn more.
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