The Martin Van Buren house in Kinderhook, NY has a square tower that provides a unique look to an 18th century home. Our eighth President was the first one born as a US citizen and loved his home, his gardens and his books. Leaving them even for a short time was a trial for him. Great tour at this site. The house is built on the Albany to NYC road so it was a frequent stop for many famous politicians and a few not so famous. Washington Irving also once lived here as a tutor to the Van Buren children.
