Speckling the shimmering expanse of the St. Lawrence River are hundreds of picturesque isles known as the Thousand Islands, a superb setting for leisurely boat sight-seeing cruises out to historic atrractions or a longer stay in a local cottage.
"The greatest thing I have learned is how good it is to come home again, Eleanor Roosevelt
This simple statement expresses her love for the modest house she called Val-Kill. The only National Historic Site dedicated to a first lady, Val-Kill welcomes visitors in the style of Mrs. Roosevelt. Come take part of the entire Roosevelt Experience at Eleanor Roosevelt’‘s Val-Kill.
Hours + Fees
Hours:
Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site is open daily May thru October from 9:00am to 5:00pm.
The last tour of the day is at 4:00pm.
Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years Day.
The grounds are open daily year-round from dawn to dusk.
Map + Directions
Basic Directions
Val-Kill is on Route 9G in Hyde Park, NY about 90 miles north of New York City and 70 miles south of Albany.
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