Home Of Franklin D Roosevelt National Historic Site
Home to the 32nd and longest-serving president of the United States, Franklin D. Roosevelt returned to Hyde Park often, drawing on this place to renew his spirit during times of personal and political crisis. Explore the Roosevelt saga in the homes of Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt, the exhibits at the nation’s first Presidential Library, and over a thousand acres of gardens and trails.
About 1.5 hours from New York and 1.5 hours from Hartford by car.
Alerts
- ClosureHome of FDR - Partial Closure of Rose Garden
The planting beds, lawns, and paths of the Rose Garden will be under construction from late March 2026 lasting through fall of 2026. This rehabilitation will restore the crisp, level character of the garden, improve access and infrastructure, and re-install historic rose and peony varieties.
Fees & passes
| Type | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Per PersonEntrance to the Home of FDR is by guided tour only. Tickets are sold on a first come, first served basis. There are no advanced reservations for individuals. | $15 | |
| Per PersonThe Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum is open 7 days a week, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (NOV-MAR) and 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (APR-OCT). You will receive an email confirmation after making a purchase (be sure to check your SPAM folder). Bring this confirmation -- printed or on smart device -- as proof of purchase. | $15 | |
| Passes | ||
| Annual Entrance - ParkThe Roosevelt-Vanderbilt 2025 Annual Pass is valid for Entrance Fee at Roosevelt-Vanderbilt NHS for Entrance Fee only for pass holder and three persons (16 or older) when per person fees are charged. The pass is valid for one year from the date of purchase. | $45 | |
Entry to the Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt for anyone 16 years or older.
Hours
| Tours of the Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt | Daily · 9:30AM - 4:00PM |
| Park Grounds, Gardens, & Trails | Daily · 7:00AM - 8:00PM |
Tours of the Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt: hours by date. Standard hours apply on every date not listed.
| Dates | Hours |
|---|---|
| Standard hoursNow | 9:30AM - 4:00PM |
| Nov 1, 2026 to May 21, 2027Tour Hours - Winter & Spring | 9:30AM - 3:30PM |
| Nov 26, 2026Holiday Closure - Thanksgiving Day | Hours not published |
| Dec 25, 2026Holiday Closure - Christmas Day | Hours not published |
| Jan 1, 2027Holiday Closure - New Year's Day | Hours not published |
Park Grounds, Gardens, & Trails: hours by date. Standard hours apply on every date not listed.
| Dates | Hours |
|---|---|
| Standard hours | 7:00AM - 8:00PM |
| Oct 1 to Oct 31, 2026NowOctober | 7:00AM - 6:00PM |
| Nov 1, 2026 to Jan 31, 2027November - January | 7:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Nov 26, 2026Holiday Closure - Thanksgiving Day | Hours not published |
| Dec 25, 2026Holiday Closure - Christmas Day | Hours not published |
| Jan 1, 2027Holiday Closure - New Year's Day | Hours not published |
| Feb 1 to Feb 28, 2027February | 7:00AM - 6:00PM |
| Mar 1 to Mar 31, 2027March | 7:00AM - 7:00PM |
| Sep 1 to Sep 30, 2027September | 7:00AM - 7:00PM |
When to go
August draws the most visits here and January the fewest, averaged over 2021 to 2025.
Visitor centers
- Henry A. Wallace Visitor Center ↗Passport stamp
Henry A. Wallace served as Secretary of Agriculture from 1933 to 1940, and during Franklin D. Roosevelt's third term, Wallace was Vice President of the United States. Named in honor of the prestigious advisor, the visitor center offers services designed to enhance your visit to Hyde Park.
Explore
Things to do
- Tour FDR's Home
Everything you need to know about access to FDR's home and how to obtain your tickets. Tour days and times change seasonally, so check here for more information on planning your visit.
Opens on the Park Service site - Exhibit - First Things First: FDR, Disability, & Access
In 1921, FDR became paralyzed at the age of 39. Before he could return to politics, he first had to figure out how to get around. Inaccessible places create barriers that effectively disable us from full and equal participation in society.
Opens on the Park Service site - Top Cottage Trail1-2 Hours
This trail takes you to the highest point on the Hyde Park Trails. When you reach the summit, you will have made the same climb that kings and queens and a host of foreign leaders made during some of the most critical days of the 20th century.
Opens on the Park Service site - Explore the FDR Presidential Library Exhibits1-3 Hours
The Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum is independently operated and maintained by the National Archives and Records Administration, a federal agency.
Opens on the Park Service site - View the Park Film: Rendezvous with History20 Minutes
The park film runs daily at the Henry Wallace Visitor & Education Center. The 140-seat theater features a high-definition film written and produced by Tom Spain Productions.
Opens on the Park Service site - Visit the Home Garden15-30 Minutes
Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt’s ties to the land and the community where they lived helped to shape the work they undertook to better society and the world.
Opens on the Park Service site
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- Visit the Burial Site15-30 Minutes
According to Franklin D. Roosevelt's own instructions, he was buried in the family garden. His wishes reflect his connection to the place of his birth and the launching point of his rise to public prominence.
Opens on the Park Service site - Farm Lane Trail1-2 Hours
Roosevelt Farm Lane is part of the historic road network that connected the Roosevelt Home, Val-Kill, Top Cottage, the Home Farm, and FDR’s tree plantations.
Opens on the Park Service site - Visit the Walled Garden at Bellefield15-45 Minutes
Visit this gem of a garden. Secretly tucked behind the surrounding stone wall and privacy hedge, a walk through the gate will delight the senses in a profusion of pastel colors and the sweet spice of summer blooms.
Opens on the Park Service site - Visit the Small Space Gardening Exhibit30 Minutes
While the Roosevelts had a plenty of space for an expansive garden, the small space garden exhibit demonstrates different systems for gardening with whatever space you have available.
Opens on the Park Service site
Films
National Park Service productions, public domain.
Events
- 10:30 AM · registration requiredThe event will take place at the Beatrix Farrand Garden. If you need assistance finding the space, ask a ranger for guidance in…
Map
Interactive map by the National Park Service
Historic landmarks nearby
Public land nearby
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Reference
Wildlife
Seen this monthBald Eagle 14× · Osprey 4× · Barred Owl 3× · Great Horned Owl 1× · Coyote 1×Research-grade observations within 25 km, last 30 days, via iNaturalist
Full checklist: 47 birds, 10 mammalsHide
Raptors & owlsBarred Owl · Broad-winged Hawk
Waterfowl & wadersBlack-crowned Night Heron · Canada Goose
Gamebirds & dovesMourning Dove · Wild Turkey
WoodpeckersDowny Woodpecker · Hairy Woodpecker · Northern Flicker · Pileated Woodpecker · Red-bellied Woodpecker
Hummingbirds & swiftsChimney Swift
Also on the checklistAmerican Crow · American Goldfinch · American Redstart · American Robin · Baltimore Oriole · Blue Jay · Brown-headed Cowbird · Carolina Wren · Cedar Waxwing · Chipping Sparrow · Common Grackle · Common Nighthawk · Common Starling · Eastern Bluebird · Eastern Kingbird · Eastern Phoebe · Eastern Wood Pewee · Gray Catbird · Great Crested Flycatcher · House Finch · House Sparrow · House Wren · Indigo Bunting · Mallard · Northern Cardinal · Red-eyed Vireo · Red-winged Blackbird · Rose-breasted Grosbeak · Scarlet Tanager · Song Sparrow · Veery · White-breasted Nuthatch · Wood Thrush · Yellow-billed Cuckoo · Yellow-throated Vireo
Small mammalsCinereus Shrew · Meadow Jumping Mouse · Meadow Vole · Pine Vole · Southern Bog Lemming · Southern Red-backed Vole · White-footed Deermouse · Woodland Jumping Mouse · mole shrew · smokey shrew
Weather & climate
Spring: Temperatures usually range from 40°F to 70°F. Rain is not uncommon. Summer: Temperatures usually range from 70° F to 100° F. Humidity can be high throughout the summer months with periods of rain. Fall: Temperatures usually range from 40° F to 70° F. Peak leaf season is mid-October. Rain is not uncommon. Winter: Temperatures usually range from 30° F to 50°F. Ice, Freezing Rain and Snow are not uncommon.
Questions people ask
How much does it cost to enter Home Of Franklin D Roosevelt?
Entrance is $15 per person on foot or bike. Entrance to the Home of FDR is by guided tour only.
Source: National Park Service
Which passes work at Home Of Franklin D Roosevelt?
The $80 America the Beautiful pass covers the entrance fee here, and a Home Of Franklin D Roosevelt-only annual pass is $45.
Source: Is the pass worth it
Can I pay the entrance fee in cash?
No. Home Of Franklin D Roosevelt takes cards only at the entrance.
Source: National Park Service
When is entrance to Home Of Franklin D Roosevelt free?
Next on October 27, Theodore Roosevelt's birthday. 2 fee-free days are left this year, for US residents only.
Source: Free entrance days
Do I need a reservation to enter Home Of Franklin D Roosevelt?
No. There is no timed-entry or entrance reservation at Home Of Franklin D Roosevelt. Camping and some tours have their own reservations.
Source: National Park Service
What are the hours at Home Of Franklin D Roosevelt?
Standard hours are 9:30AM - 4:00PM, every day. Dated exceptions are listed under Hours.
Source: National Park Service
Is anything closed at Home Of Franklin D Roosevelt right now?
1 active alert as of October 14, 2026: Home of FDR - Partial Closure of Rose Garden.
Source: Alerts
How busy is Home Of Franklin D Roosevelt?
101,927 recreation visits in 2025, number 218 of 387 units that report visitation.
Source: Most visited parks
Is there cell service at Home Of Franklin D Roosevelt?
At the park's reference point, FCC coverage maps show Verizon 5G and AT&T 5G. No reported coverage for T-Mobile. Coverage inside the park varies by location.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
When was Home Of Franklin D Roosevelt established?
1944. It covers about 1.2 square miles.
Source: Wikipedia
What is the weather like at Home Of Franklin D Roosevelt?
Spring: Temperatures usually range from 40°F to 70°F. Rain is not uncommon.
Source: Weather & climate
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