Thomas Alva Edison Memorial Tower and Museum
Thomas Alva Edison Memorial Tower and Museum, Research museum in Menlo Park, Edison, New Jersey, United States
The Thomas Edison Memorial Tower stands 131 feet tall, featuring an illuminated glass bulb structure at its peak representing Edison's electrical innovations.
The museum occupies the location of Edison's original 1876 laboratory, where he developed the first practical incandescent light bulb and recording technologies.
The museum displays original artifacts, including century-old phonographs, light bulbs, and photographs documenting the progression of electrical innovations in America.
The facility opens Thursday through Saturday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with guided tours available hourly and the final tour starting at 3:00 PM.
The memorial encompasses a 36-acre state park with nature trails and educational kiosks explaining the scientific principles behind Edison's discoveries.
Location: New Jersey
Inception: 1938
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Opening Hours: Thursday,Friday,Saturday 10:00-16:00
Phone: +1(732)5493299
Website: http://menloparkmuseum.org
GPS coordinates: 40.56306,-74.33944
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:15
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