Martin Van Buren National Historic Site

Martin Van Buren National Historic Site is found in Kinderhook, New York. The Eighth President of the United States, Martin Van Buren purchased the estate in 1839 during his Presidency.

Plane - The Albany International Airport is located approximately 35 miles from the Park. It is served by several major airlines.

Car - From Albany, Montreal, Boston and other points North, East, and West: take Interstate 90 to Exit 12 (from Boston the Exit is B1) US Route 9 (Hudson) Follow US 9 South 4.5 miles to NY Route 9H. Bear right on NY Route 9H continue another 4.5 miles to the park on right. Look for the large brown and white sign. Note the Site is on NY Route 9H, not US Route 9.

From New York City, Hyde Park, and Points South: Take US Route 9 North to Kinderhook. At the stoplight in the Village Kinderhook, turn right onto Hudson Street. Proceed across the Kinderhook Street and make your first left following the signs for NY Route 9H. Turn right onto NY Route 9H South. Park is approximately 1.5 miles south on the Right.