Federal Hall National Memorial - Guided Tours (U.S. National Park Service)

This is a section of railing that George Washington stood behind when he became the first U.S. president.

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This is a section of railing that George Washington stood behind when he became the first United States president on April 30, 1789.

Free guided tours are available to the public Monday through Friday at 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM, and 3:00 PM. The schedule is subject to staff availability. No reservation is necessary.

Group Programs

Groups of 10 or more can make reservations for special programs by completing the reservation form and faxing it to (212) 668-2899. Reservations are available Monday through Friday between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM. Groups must be scheduled at least 2 weeks in advance. For more information about group reservations, please call (212) 825-6990.

TOURS - 30 to 45 minutes (recommended for Grade 3 and up)

Welcome to Federal Hall

Interpretive program discussing the history of the site, the construction of the Customs House, and the establishment of the National Memorial.

Greek Revival in the New World

The construction of this building was intended to not only summon images of ancient Greece and Rome but to impress visitors with the power of the Federal government. Join a Park Ranger for a tour of the architectural highlights of the 1842 Customs House.

TALKS – 45 minutes (recommended for Grade 6 and up)

George Washington as a Leader

Traces the 1^st President’s evolution as a military and political leader from the French and Indian War through the American Revolution and the Presidency.

The Battle for New York: 1776-1783

In-depth program concerning the New York Campaign, as well as the subsequent occupation of New York City by the British for the remainder of the Revolutionary War.

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