Martin Van Buren National Historic Site
National Historic Site · New York · National Park Service
Born in Kinderhook, New York, in 1782, Martin Van Buren was the first president born a US citizen. His life spanned the American Revolution to the Civil War and was shaped by the most important issues of the era: US expansionism and the removal of Indigenous people, states’ rights, and slavery. This historic landscape invites reflection on the many lives and legacies woven into its past.
Plan your visit
Know before you go
- Phone
- 5187641041
- Official site
- www.nps.gov
- Managed by
- National Park Service
Getting there
What's here
Highlights: Presidents
Activities & features: Arts and Culture · Compass and GPS · Geocaching · Food · Picnicking · Guided Tours · Self-Guided Tours - Walking · Junior Ranger Program · Wildlife Watching · Birdwatching · Shopping · Bookstore and Park Store
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