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Home Of Franklin D Roosevelt National Historic Site
National Historic Site · NY
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.
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Home 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. 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.
Entrance Fees
Entry to the Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt for anyone 16 years or older.
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.
Things to Do
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. FDR used wheelchairs, crutches, canes, leg braces, handrails, automobiles, ramps, and other objects to navigate the social and physical barriers people with disabilities face every day.
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.
Visit the Burial Site
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.
Visit the Home Garden
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. Visit the garden to discover the work we are doing to restore this important historic feature of Roosevelt family life on the estate.
Visit the Small Space Gardening Exhibit
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. The designs displayed here address the common challenges faced when gardening and provide sensible solutions for the home grower. With as little space as it takes to set down your groceries, you could be growing fresh veggies.
Visit the Walled Garden at Bellefield
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. The Walled Garden at Bellefield is an often overlooked "must see" feature just a short walk from the Henry A. Wallace Visitor & Education Center at the Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt National Historic Site.
Visitor Centers
- Henry A. Wallace Visitor Center
Source: National Park Service.