Visitors can step back in time to Thomas Edison’s home and laboratory, when machines were run by belts and pulleys and music was played on phonographs. Discover where America’s greatest inventor changed our world forever.
Photo: NPS Photo
Thomas Edison National Historical Park
Today, the brick buildings on Main Street in West Orange, NJ seem quiet, betraying little evidence of the research, development, and innovation of their heyday.
- LocationWest Orange, NJ
- Entrance $10 education/academic groups
- HoursToday: 9:30AM - 4:30PM
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Weather now70°F Patchy rain nearby
- Alerts 1 active alert
Overview
Topics
- Burial, Cemetery and Gravesite
- Catastrophic Fires
- Factories
- Geothermal
- Industry
- Music
- Science, Technology and Innovation
- Tragic Events
2 more topics
- Wars and Conflicts
- World War I
Alerts (1)
CautionGlenmont Heat Advisory The house at Glenmont is currently experiencing high heat conditions. As a result, house tours may be abbreviated or can… Read more
The house at Glenmont is currently experiencing high heat conditions. As a result, house tours may be abbreviated or canceled due to safety concerns.
Things to Do
3 activities. Pick one to find other parks that offer it.
Facilities & Services
Find passes, tours, tickets and other services available in the park. Check current hours and availability before you go.
Permits & Passes
Tours & Tickets
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Thomas Edison National Historical Park Tours
Ticket Facility
Welcome to Glenmont, home of Thomas A. Edison. Glenmont Estate is situated in the first planned private residential community in the United States, known as Llewellyn…
Book tickets on Recreation.gov
Details
Welcome to Glenmont, home of Thomas A. Edison. Glenmont Estate is situated in the first planned private residential community in the United States, known as Llewellyn Park, which was developed as “country homes for city people” in 1857. The Glen¬mont Estate reflects Thomas and Mina Edison’s changing lifestyle and Edison’s emerging statis as a renowned inventor, up and coming business leader and public figure. Glenmont’s location influenced Edison’s decision to build his research and development lab in West Orange, New Jersey.
Other Visitor Services
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Laboratory Complex Visitor Center
Facility
All visitors must begin at the Laboratory Complex. The park is closed to the public from January through mid-March.
211 Main Street, West Orange, NJ (973) 736-0550 Directions
Details
All visitors must begin at the Laboratory Complex. The park is closed to the public from January through mid-March.
Plan Your Visit
Hours
Today: 9:30AM - 4:30PM · Laboratory Complex
Hours details
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Laboratory ComplexToday: 9:30AM - 4:30PM
All visitors must go to the Laboratory Complex first to obtain their entry pass and Glenmont Grounds pass. (Glenmont is currently only open on Saturday and Sunday)
Monday 9:30AM - 4:30PM Tuesday Closed Wednesday Closed Thursday 9:30AM - 4:30PM Friday 9:30AM - 4:30PM Saturday 9:30AM - 4:30PM Sunday 9:30AM - 4:30PM
Entrance fees
- $15Per Person
All 2 fees & details
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Education/Academic Groups$10
THIS GUIDED WALKING TOUR IS FOR Elementary, Middle, and College Groups to learn about Thomas Edison’s West Orange Laboratory as a working invention factory where ideas became products, and those products became industries we all enjoy today.
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Per Person$15
Children 15 and under free of charge. Visitors may pay the fee on the day of their visit at the visitor center, or may choose to pay it online via Recreation.gov. Visitors to Glenmont and the Edison home must also pay this entrance fee. Credit or debt card payments only.
Passes
- $45Annual Entrance - Park
Pass details
- Annual Entrance - Park
Valid ONLY at Thomas Edison National Historical Park for 12 months from the date of purchase. Permits the cardholder and 3 adult guests' entrance (16 years and older, children 15 and younger are free). Includes Laboratory Complex and Glenmont Estate. All visitors must begin their visit at the Laboratory Complex. Please note: this does not guarantee entry into the mansion at Glenmont.
Address
211 Main StreetWest Orange, NJ 07052
Contact the park
Weather & conditions
70°F
Patchy rain nearby · feels like 69°
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Today
87° 66°
Overcast48% rain -
Tomorrow
74° 60°
Sunny5% rain -
Sunday
62° 58°
Overcast73% rain
Updated 1 hr ago
What to expect by season
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.
Photos
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Just as Thomas Edison did every morning, visitors can walk in his footsteps by entering the laboratory complex's iron main gate. — NPS Photo -
Getting There
West Orange, NJ 07052
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.
Full directions
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.
Mailing address: 211 Main Street, West Orange, NJ 07052
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