Thomas Edison National Historical Park

Usual hours

• Mon 9:30–16:30
• Tue–Wed closed
• Thu–Sun 9:30–16:30

From 56 published days, 2026-10-21 to 2026-12-15; community-mapped.

About

Entrance / day-use fee applies.

This park's official page lists: Store / concessions.

This park's official page lists: Visitor center.

At the park

• Photography scenic feature

Shows and experiences

• Junior Ranger program

Before you go

Mobility

Available in the park: mobility & stroller rentals. Confirm rental availability and pricing with the park.

Limits

Yes, service dogs are legally permitted anywhere in a park that visitors can go

⚠ Caution: Glenmont Heat Advisory

The house at Glenmont is currently experiencing high heat conditions. As a result, house tours may be abbreviated or canceled due to safety concerns.

Getting there

From the Garden State Parkway take exit 145 or from the New Jersey Turnpike take Exit 15W to Route 280 West. Take Route 280 West to Exit 10. Turn right onto Northfield Avenue. At second light turn left onto Main Street. Go about 0.75 mile to parking on left and Laboratory Complex on the right. From Route 280 East take exit 9. Turn left onto Mt. Pleasant Avenue. At second traffic light turn left onto Main Street. Go about 0.50 mile to parking on left and Laboratory Complex on the right.

Weather & when to go

Spring and Fall weather can be cool, while summer is usually warm and humid. Winter is frequently snowy and cold. It is recommended that visitors dress for the weather. Visitors may need jackets or rain gear as they will be walking between buildings as they tour the park during inclement weather. Please keep any rain gear/umbrellas with you during your visit.

Visitor center

Laboratory Complex Visitor Center — These hours generally apply to the Glenmont Grounds as well. All visitors must begin their visit at the Laboratory Complex Visitor Center. If the Lab Complex is closed, visitors will not be able to obtain a Glenmont Grounds pass, and will therefore not be admitted to Glenmont on those days. — From the Garden State Parkway take exit 145 or from the New Jersey Turnpike take Exit 15W to Route 280 West. Take Route 280 West to Exit 10. Turn right onto Northfield Avenue. Left onto Main Street. Go about 0.75 mile to parking on left and Laboratory Complex on the right. From Route 280 East take exit 9. Turn left onto Mt. Pleasant Avenue. At second traffic light turn left onto Main Street. Go…

Visitor center

Laboratory Complex Visitor Center

Visitor center

Laboratory Complex Visitor Center

Visitor center

Laboratory Complex Visitor Center

Visitor center

Laboratory Complex Visitor Center

Facilities on the park map

1 bench, 1 changing table, 1 mobility rental, 2 restroom, 5 visitor information.

History

Heritage status

Listed heritage / protected status