Thomas Edison National Historical Park
Fee required
Wheelchair accessible
Explore Thomas Edison's home and laboratory in West Orange, New Jersey, where he revolutionized the world with inventions like the phonograph and motion picture camera.

šŸ“œ Historic site preserving Thomas Edison's home and laboratory in West Orange, New Jersey. Discover where America's greatest inventor lived and worked, and where modern America was invented with hundreds of skilled men and women employed in innovation.

Why Go

šŸ’” See original inventions like the phonograph, early electric lightbulbs, and motion picture camera
šŸ”¬ Explore Edison's original lab, untouched since his death, including his library, workshops, and chemistry lab
šŸŽ„ See the Black Maria, the world's first motion picture studio
šŸ” Tour the Glenmont estate, Edison's family home and mansion
šŸ•°ļø Step back in time with preserved artifacts and settings

Why Avoid

ā„ļø Park closed annually in January for winter closure
āš ļø Chemistry Laboratory and Glenmont Garage open periodically/as staffing allows
šŸŽŸļø Glenmont House Tours require a separate ticket

Tips

šŸ“ All visitors must start at the Laboratory Complex Visitor Center.
šŸ“± Use the NPS App for self-guided tours of the Courtyard and Glenmont Grounds.
šŸ“ž Check the official website for current admission fees, latest hours, and tour availability.

Cost

šŸ’° Fees apply for entry and tours; check official website for details.

Hours

šŸ•’ Laboratory Complex: Wednesday-Sunday, 9:00am-5:00pm Glenmont Estate Grounds: Friday-Sunday, 11:30am-5:00pm House Tours: Friday-Sunday, 12:00pm-4:00pm

Getting There

šŸ“ 211 Main St, West Orange, NJ 07052, United States šŸ“ž 973-736-0550

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