General Grant National Memorial (U.S. National Park Service)

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Grant, Defender of the Union

Overlooking the Hudson River from the Morningside Heights section of Manhattan, General Grant National Memorial is the largest tomb in North America. Grant's Tomb (as it is commonly called) is not only the final resting place of the General but a memorial to his life and accomplishments.

From Soldier at War to President in Peace

Join the National Park Service on Feb. 20, 2012 as we commemorate President's Day with two sessions of a special one-hour presentation on the Grant Administration and the challenges of reuniting a nation recently at war with itself. The program, which takes place in the visitor center, will be presented at 11:00 a.m.; it will repeat at 1:30 p.m. Capacity is limited and reservations are required to guarantee a seat. Call (212) 666-1640 for reservations and more information.

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From the Plantation to the Plains & Deserts

Join the National Park Service for a special talk exploring how African-Americans became a permanent part of the United States Army in 1866, and the hardships they endured both in facing hostile Indians and in surmounting the bigotry and resistance of some of their fellow American citizens.

This program will be held in the Visitor Center at 11 a.m., and repeated at 1 p.m., on Saturday, Feb. 25. Seating is very limited. To ensure your place, please call (212) 666-1640.

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The National Parks of New York Harbor Video Series

GENERAL GRANT NATIONAL MEMORIAL
Watch a video about the efforts made to build a memorial for Civil War hero and 18th president, Ulysses S. Grant.

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Write to

General Grant National Memorial
West 122nd Street and Riverside Drive
New York, NY 10027

Phone

Visitor Services
(212) 666-1640

Media Relations
(212) 668-2251

Fax

(212) 932-9631

Climate

The best time of year to visit is the fall and spring, when temperatures are mild. Winters can be extremely cold with high snow drifts. With its high humidity, summers in New York tend to be warm and muggy. Due to its original construction, the inside of Grant's Tomb is not air conditioned and is drafty in the winter. Please dress appropriately.
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