Martin Van Buren National Historic Site

Just a few miles east of the Hudson River near Stuyvesant Falls, the Martin Van Buren National Historic Site marks the historic home and estate of the eighth President of the United States.

Martin Van Buren was elected President of the U.S. during a time when the conflict over slavery was escalating. President Van Buren hosted numerous political meetings in the formal parlor during the 1830's and 1840's. Despite running for office twice more from this historic home, he failed to gain reelection.

The museum opens for tourists daily from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. between May 24th and October 31st. Those wishing to participate in a guided tour should sign up at the visitor center. Tours run every hour on the hour until 4:00 p.m. Visitors are welcome to walk the grounds of the Martin Van Buren estate from 7:00 a.m. to dusk daily. At the parking lot, visitors can find a brochure and a map of the half-mile loop that traverses the property.

The Martin Van Buren National Historic Site is located 35 miles south of Albany International Airport. Group tours and group rates are available.