{"id":"nps-hofr","slug":"home-of-franklin-d-roosevelt-national-historic-site","name":"Home Of Franklin D Roosevelt National Historic Site","designation":"National Historic Site","category":"historic-site","categoryLabel":"Historic Site and Historical Park","agency":{"code":"NPS","name":"National Park Service","department":"U.S. Department of the Interior","url":"https://www.nps.gov"},"managedBy":[{"code":"NPS","name":"National Park Service","department":"U.S. Department of the Interior","url":"https://www.nps.gov","unitCode":"HOFR","designation":"National Historic Site","sourceId":"nps-hofr"}],"states":["NY"],"stateNames":["New York"],"location":{"lat":41.76639758,"lon":-73.92516857},"bbox":[-73.9467,41.756,-73.8878,41.7734],"acres":{"value":862,"kind":"gis-estimate","source":"Computed from the simplified boundary","note":"Approximate. The managing agency publishes official acreage."},"firstProtected":null,"established":null,"administrations":[],"designationHistory":[],"summary":"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.","summarySource":"National Park Service","guide":{},"trConnection":null,"trConnections":[],"trTypes":[],"links":{"official":"https://www.nps.gov/hofr/index.htm","social":{},"recreationGov":null,"alltrails":null,"alltrailsExplore":"https://www.alltrails.com/explore?b_tl_lat=41.7734&b_tl_lng=-73.9467&b_br_lat=41.756&b_br_lng=-73.8878","recreationGovSearch":"https://www.recreation.gov/search?q=Home%20Of%20Franklin%20D%20Roosevelt%20National%20Historic%20Site","directions":"http://www.nps.gov/hofr/planyourvisit/directions.htm"},"images":[{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/236415B1-F65A-709B-C946C5447868BB66.jpg","title":"Springwood","alt":"A stucco and fieldstone house with white trim and circular portico.","caption":"Springwood, birthplace and home of Franklin D. Roosevelt.","credit":"NPS Photo","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/1F842E1A-A485-9411-3E46BD32361A8F77.jpg","title":"View of the Hudson Highlands","alt":"A vast lawn with apple orchard and mountain range in the distance.","caption":"A view toward the Hudson Highlands from the south lawn at Springwood.","credit":"NPS Photo","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/1F5D8BBB-A031-F720-E20995D7067F39CE.jpg","title":"Springwood in the Snow","alt":"A stucco house with wood portico surrounded by a snowy lawn.","caption":"Springwood in winter.","credit":"NPS Photo","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/1FBD8248-FE0B-4795-B1473CC625C159FA.jpg","title":"The Living Room at Springwood","alt":"A richly furnished room with bookcases and fireplace with portrait hanging above.","caption":"The living room at Springwood.","credit":"NPS Photo","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/1FA52D78-E0FE-B80B-4434E34812B9B643.jpg","title":"East Terrace of Springwood","alt":"A large stucco house with white wood portico and white balustrade.","caption":"The west terrace, or main entrance, to Springwood.","credit":"NPS Photo","source":"NPS"},{"url":"https://www.nps.gov/common/uploads/structured_data/1FD28FE2-0183-CE14-1678651AA8F4359D.jpg","title":"The Marble Headstone Marking Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt's Burial Site","alt":"A marble stone carved with the names of Franklin D. Roosevelt and Eleanor Roosevelt on a green lawn.","caption":"The burial site of Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt in the family rose garden.","credit":"NPS Photo","source":"NPS"}],"activities":["Compass and GPS","Geocaching","Guided Tours","Hands-On","Citizen Science","Junior Ranger Program"],"topics":["Presidents"],"fees":[{"title":"Entrance - Per Person","cost":"15.00","description":"Entrance 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."},{"title":"Entrance - Per Person","cost":"15.00","description":"The 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). Online tickets may be purchased at the link below. 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."}],"passes":[{"title":"Annual Entrance - Park","cost":"45.00","description":"The 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."}],"hours":[{"name":"Tours of the Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt","description":"From Memorial Day to the end of October, tours of the Home of FDR are offered daily. The first tour starts at 9:30 AM. The last tour starts at 4:00 PM. Each tour's approximate length is 45 minutes. Tour times are subject to change seasonally or due to special groups. Tickets are available to purchase on a first come, first served basis in the Visitor Center. Be advised that there is a 5-to-10-minute walk from the visitor center to the tour starting location at the stables.","standardHours":{"wednesday":"9:30AM - 4:00PM","monday":"9:30AM - 4:00PM","thursday":"9:30AM - 4:00PM","sunday":"9:30AM - 4:00PM","tuesday":"9:30AM - 4:00PM","friday":"9:30AM - 4:00PM","saturday":"9:30AM - 4:00PM"},"exceptions":[{"name":"Tour Hours - Winter & Spring","start":"2026-11-01","end":"2027-05-31","hours":{"wednesday":"9:30AM - 3:30PM","monday":"9:30AM - 3:30PM","thursday":"9:30AM - 3:30PM","sunday":"9:30AM - 3:30PM","tuesday":"9:30AM - 3:30PM","friday":"9:30AM - 3:30PM","saturday":"9:30AM - 3:30PM"}},{"name":"Holiday Closure - Thanksgiving Day","start":"2026-11-26","end":"2026-11-26","hours":{}},{"name":"Holiday Closure - Christmas Day","start":"2026-12-25","end":"2026-12-25","hours":{}},{"name":"Holiday Closure - New Year's Day","start":"2027-01-01","end":"2027-01-01","hours":{}}]},{"name":"Park Grounds, Gardens, & Trails","description":"From April 1 through August 31, the grounds including gardens, burial sites, and trails are open daily from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Park hours vary by season. If an unexpected change in operating hours occurs, an alert will be added to this website. Please adhere to any notices or cautionary signs that you may encounter within the park grounds. Grounds hours do not include interior access to the Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt which is only accessible through guided tours by a park ranger.","standardHours":{"wednesday":"7:00AM - 8:00PM","monday":"7:00AM - 8:00PM","thursday":"7:00AM - 8:00PM","sunday":"7:00AM - 8:00PM","tuesday":"7:00AM - 8:00PM","friday":"7:00AM - 8:00PM","saturday":"7:00AM - 8:00PM"},"exceptions":[{"name":"February","start":"2027-02-01","end":"2027-02-28","hours":{"wednesday":"7:00AM - 6:00PM","monday":"7:00AM - 6:00PM","thursday":"7:00AM - 6:00PM","sunday":"7:00AM - 6:00PM","tuesday":"7:00AM - 6:00PM","friday":"7:00AM - 6:00PM","saturday":"7:00AM - 6:00PM"}},{"name":"March","start":"2027-03-01","end":"2027-03-31","hours":{"wednesday":"7:00AM - 7:00PM","monday":"7:00AM - 7:00PM","thursday":"7:00AM - 7:00PM","sunday":"7:00AM - 7:00PM","tuesday":"7:00AM - 7:00PM","friday":"7:00AM - 7:00PM","saturday":"7:00AM - 7:00PM"}},{"name":"September","start":"2027-09-01","end":"2027-09-30","hours":{"wednesday":"7:00AM - 7:00PM","monday":"7:00AM - 7:00PM","thursday":"7:00AM - 7:00PM","sunday":"7:00AM - 7:00PM","tuesday":"7:00AM - 7:00PM","friday":"7:00AM - 7:00PM","saturday":"7:00AM - 7:00PM"}},{"name":"October","start":"2027-10-01","end":"2027-10-31","hours":{"wednesday":"7:00AM - 6:00PM","monday":"7:00AM - 6:00PM","thursday":"7:00AM - 6:00PM","sunday":"7:00AM - 6:00PM","tuesday":"7:00AM - 6:00PM","friday":"7:00AM - 6:00PM","saturday":"7:00AM - 6:00PM"}},{"name":"November - January","start":"2026-11-01","end":"2027-01-31","hours":{"wednesday":"7:00AM - 5:00PM","monday":"7:00AM - 5:00PM","thursday":"7:00AM - 5:00PM","sunday":"7:00AM - 5:00PM","tuesday":"7:00AM - 5:00PM","friday":"7:00AM - 5:00PM","saturday":"7:00AM - 5:00PM"}},{"name":"Holiday Closure - Thanksgiving Day","start":"2026-11-26","end":"2026-11-26","hours":{}}]}],"directions":"The Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt National Historic Site is located in the town of Hyde Park, NY, approximately 5 miles north of Poughkeepsie along Route 9, midway between New York City and Albany, about a 1.5 hour drive from either direction. Located on the east bank of the Hudson River, the park is easily reached by either the Taconic State Parkway or Route 9, and the New York State Thruway west of the Hudson River.","weatherInfo":"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.","contacts":{"phone":"845-229-5320","email":"NER_ROVA_VisitorServices@nps.gov"},"visitorCenters":[{"name":"Henry A. Wallace Visitor Center","description":"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. The visitor center provides information on tours, exhibits, gardens, trails, activities, special events, and the film \"Rendezvous with History.\" Our experienced staff can help you plan an itinerary for your visit.","url":"https://www.nps.gov/thingstodo/start-at-the-henry-a-wallace-visitor-center.htm","lat":41.76995399500004,"lon":-73.93354664099996}],"campgrounds":[],"thingsToDo":[],"nearby":[{"slug":"eleanor-roosevelt-national-historic-site","km":2},{"slug":"vanderbilt-mansion-national-historic-site","km":4},{"slug":"shawangunk-grasslands-national-wildlife-refuge","km":28},{"slug":"thomas-cole-national-historic-site","km":51},{"slug":"martin-van-buren-national-historic-site","km":69},{"slug":"weir-farm-national-historical-park","km":69}],"hasBoundary":true,"boundarySource":{"name":"NPS Land Resources Division","url":"https://irma.nps.gov/DataStore/Reference/Profile/2224545"},"sources":[{"name":"NPS Data API","url":"https://developer.nps.gov/api/v1/parks?parkCode=hofr"},{"name":"NPS Land Resources Division boundaries","url":"https://services1.arcgis.com/fBc8EJBxQRMcHlei/arcgis/rest/services/NPS_Land_Resources_Division_Boundary_and_Tract_Data_Service/FeatureServer/2"}],"editorialStatus":"draft","synced":"2026-11-09T02:12:45.614Z","alerts":[{"source":"NPS","kind":"Park Closure","title":"Home of FDR - Partial Closure of Rose Garden","text":"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. During this period, the Burial Site viewing area should remain available, but occasional disruptions may restrict public access. The graves, marble monument, pet graves, and sundial will not be impacted by this project.","url":null,"updated":"2026-09-03 00:00:00.0","id":"nps-3F04180C-5AA0-4048-AC57-6C14015F5353"}],"url":"https://directory.labs.trlibrary.com/sites/home-of-franklin-d-roosevelt-national-historic-site/","boundaryUrl":"https://directory.labs.trlibrary.com/boundaries/home-of-franklin-d-roosevelt-national-historic-site.geojson"}