General Grant National Memorial - Guided Tours (U.S. National Park Service)

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Both figures hold emblems used in war.

General Grant National Memorial visitor center is open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Self-guided tours of the monument are available Monday through Sunday from 10:00 AM-11:00 AM, 12:00 PM-1:00 PM, 2:00 PM-3:00 PM and 4:00 PM-5:00 PM.

Free talks are available to the public at the visitor center, Monday through Sunday at 11:15 AM, 1:15 PM, and 3:15 PM.

Group Programs

Groups of 10 or more can make reservations for special programs by completing the reservation form and faxing it to (212) 932-9631. Reservations are available any time 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) 666-1640.

TOURS – 45 minutes

Who's Buried in Grant's Tomb?

Constructed in 1897, Grant's Tomb is the largest mausoleum in North America. Take a Ranger-guided tour of the memorial, learn of its construction, its exhibits, and its legends. If you want to find out who's buried here, the Ranger will lead you down to the crypt to answer all your questions.

Grant's Life Through Architecture

Students explore Grant's Tomb, identifying the architectural styles and features used in this structure. Discussion topics include the reason for memorializing, how it has changed over the years, and how previous styles have influenced others. Students are challenged to compare this style of memorial to what is being proposed for the World Trade Center Memorial.

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