Federal Hall National Memorial (U.S. National Park Service)

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The Birthplace of American Government

Here on Wall Street, George Washington took the oath of office as our first President, and this site was home to the first Congress, Supreme Court, and Executive Branch offices. The current structure, a Customs House, later served as part of the US Sub-Treasury. Now, the building serves as a museum and memorial to our first President and the beginnings of the United States of America.

Exhibits

The following exhibits explore the links between Federal Hall, New York, and America's history.

Matthew Brady portrait of Abraham Lincoln

Abraham Lincoln in New York

February 12, 2009 marks the bicentennial of the birth of Abraham Lincoln. In honor of this occasion, "Abraham Lincoln in New York", a special exhibit presented by The Rail Splitter — a national organization of Lincoln scholars — will showcase artifacts from public and private collections. Artifacts on display will range from photographs to manuscripts to a colorful assortment of political memorabilia from Lincoln’s 1860 and 1864 presidential campaigns, many never seen before in public. The exhibition will be on display from February 9 through June 30. For more information, go to www.lincolninnewyork.com.

Special Evening Opening

Federal Hall will be open until 8:30 PM on Thursday, May 14th! Please come by and view this special exhibit of important letters, documents, and artifacts telling the story of Abraham Lincoln and his times.

Courtesy of The Rail Splitter

Civil War Draft Riots: The Police Department Defends New York City and Its Citizens

During the Draft Riots of 1863, the vastly outnumbered Metropolitan Police struggled to quell the riots, protect the citizens of New York City, and harbor African Americans in the precinct houses.

Learn about their valiant efforts through this special exhibit at Federal Hall National Memorial.

Courtesy of The New York City Police Museum

New York's Own: Alexander Hamilton & Hamilton Grange

Hamilton Grange National Memorial is temporarily closed due to restoration and relocation. However, visitors have the opportunity to view select exhibits formerly on display at Hamilton Grange.

Alexander Hamilton had a very close relationship with New York City. He was a student at Kings College (now Columbia University), participated in the Battle of New York in 1776, commanded New York troops at Yorktown, practiced law in the City, and served as Secretary of the Treasury when New York was the Nation's capital. In 1804, Hamilton died in New York City, as a result of wounds received in a duel with Aaron Burr. He is buried one block from Federal Hall in Trinity Churchyard.
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26 Wall Street
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