National Historical Park
Adams National Historical Park is a National Historical Park in Massachusetts. The NPS currently lists 4 active alerts (2 closures), 0 campgrounds and 1 visitor center; entrance fees start at $15.
Massachusetts National Historical Park America the Beautiful pass accepted
Updated · NPS Data API
“From the sweet little farm at the foot of Penn’s Hill to the gentleman’s country estate at Peace field, Adams National Historical Park is the story of “heroes, statesmen, philosophers…and learned women” whose ideas and actions helped to transform thirteen disparate colonies into one united nation.”
Active alerts
4
Closures
2
Campgrounds
0
Visitor centers
1
4 active NPS alerts as of Oct 28, 2026: 2 closures, 0 danger, 0 caution and 2 information.
Closure
Bags larger than 9"x11"x5" are not permitted in the historic homes. The park does not have storage lockers for these items. Bags may not be left unattended and cannot be left with park staff. Anyone carrying a bag larger than 9"x11"x5" will not be admitted into the historic homes.
Posted or updated Oct 3, 2026 ·Park conditions on nps.gov
Closure
The Adams Farm at Penn’s Hill (John Adams and John Quincy Adams Birthplaces) is closed due to a major landscape treatment project. During construction, the entire site will be inaccessible. The Visitor Center and Peace field remain open and accessible.
Posted or updated Sep 11, 2026 ·Details on nps.gov
Information
Groups of 11 or more people should contact the Visitor Center at [email protected] or 617-770-1175 at least two weeks in advance to arrange their visit.
Posted or updated May 27, 2026 ·Park conditions on nps.gov
Information
Visit https://www.nps.gov/adam/planyourvisit/2026-tour-season.htm for details on the 2026 tour season, including operating hours and tour offerings. The Visitor Center is open 9am-5pm Wednesdays-Sundays. The historic homes are open Wednesdays-Sundays. Entrance fees required for entry into historic homes. Guided tour reservations are available first-come, first-served on the day of the tour at the Visitor Center. Reservations not required for self-guided tours.
Posted or updated May 19, 2026 ·Park conditions on nps.gov
Entrance into the historic homes at Adams National Historical Park requires an entrance pass. Entrance passes cost $15 per person. Children age 15 and under are free.
Reservations for guided tours required.
Reservations are required for guided tours. Self-guided tours do not require reservations. Access into the historic homes requires an entrance pass (fee).
| Fee | Cost | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Entrance - Per Person | $15 | Entrance into the historic homes at Adams National Historical Park requires an entrance pass. Entrance passes cost $15 per person. Buy online |
| Pass | Cost | Buy |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Entrance - Park | $45 | Recreation.gov |
The interagency America the Beautiful pass is accepted here. This park is cashless — bring a card or buy your pass online. Fee details on nps.gov
Activities the NPS lists for Adams.
Guided ToursSelf-Guided Tours - WalkingLiving HistoryFirst Person InterpretationJunior Ranger ProgramPark FilmShoppingBookstore and Park Store
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The historic homes are closed for the winter season. The historic homes are expected to reopen in late spring/early summer.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Weather: Be prepared for hot, humid weather during the summer months. The historic homes are not air conditioned.
| Visitor center | Standard hours | Phone | Passport stamp |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adams National Historical Park Visitor Center | Mon 11:00AM - 4:00PM · Tue 11:00AM - 4:00PM · Wed 11:00AM - 4:00PM · Thu 11:00AM - 4:00PM · Fri 11:00AM - 4:00PM · Sat Closed · Sun Closed | 617-770-1175 | Yes |
No NPS campgrounds are listed for this site. Nearby national forests or state parks may offer camping.
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