Thomas Edison purchased Glenmont as a wedding present for his wife Mina in 1886, for the cost of $125,000 USD.
Thomas Edison National Historical Park
National Historical Park · NJ
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. 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.
Park report
Alert: Caution
How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesGlenmont Heat Advisory
Fee: Entrance - Education/Academic Groups
How this is rated
Good: free · Fair: ≤$20 · Low: >$20$10
Fee: Entrance - Per Person
How this is rated
Good: free · Fair: ≤$20 · Low: >$20$15
Hours Exceptions
NoteWinter Closure; Thanksgiving Day; Christmas Day; New Year's Day
Visitor Centers
Good1 visitor center
Activities Available
How this is rated
Good: many activities available3 activities
Park Name
InfoThomas Edison National Historical Park
Designation
InfoNational Historical Park
State(s)
InfoNJ
Phone
Info973-736-0550
edis.interpretation@gmail.com
Pass: Annual Entrance - Park
Info$45
Operating Hours
InfoAll 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)
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Visitor Center: Laboratory Complex Visitor Center
InfoSee park for hours
Themes & Topics
InfoBurial, Cemetery and Gravesite, Industry, Factories + 7 more
Weather Info
InfoSpring 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 ra
Getting There
InfoFrom 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 lef
Location
Info40.7855° N, -74.2382° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website