Eugene O'Neill Home in Danville, California
Eugene O'Neill National Historic Site
National Historic Site · CA
America's only Nobel Prize-winning playwright, Eugene O'Neill, chose Northern California as his sanctuary at the pinnacle of his writing career. Secluded from the outside world within the serene walls of his Tao House, O'Neill crafted his final and most memorable masterpieces: The Iceman Cometh, Long Day's Journey Into Night, and A Moon for the Misbegotten.
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Hours Exceptions
NoteThanksgiving; Christmas Day; New Year's Day
Current Alerts
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Good: no active alerts or closuresNo active alerts
Entrance Fee
How this is rated
Good: free entryFree — no entrance fee
Visitor Centers
Good1 visitor center
Activities Available
How this is rated
Good: many activities available8 activities
Park Name
InfoEugene O'Neill National Historic Site
Designation
InfoNational Historic Site
State(s)
InfoCA
Phone
Info925-228-8860
euon_general_info@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoEugene O'Neill National Historic Site must be accessed through a private, gated road owned by a community of neighboring residents. In order to experience Eugene O'Neill National Historic Site, visitors need to make reservations and will be driven by a park shuttle from the Town of Danville, California. You'll receive a tour of Eugene O'Neill's "Tao House" and have time to explore the grounds before returning to Danville on the shuttle.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Visitor Center: Eugene O'Neill National Historic Site
InfoSee park for hours
Themes & Topics
InfoScenic Views
Weather Info
InfoThe Mediterranean climate of Danville features hot, dry summers with lower temperatures near 60º F and upper temperatures near 100º F. The heat gives way to cool, rainy winters with lows near 45º F an
Getting There
InfoReservations are required to visit the site. We offer a free shuttle that will pick up visitors in downtown Danville, CA. The shuttle meets at 205 Railroad Avenue outside the Museum of the San Ramon V
Location
Info37.8260° N, -122.0272° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website