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General Grant National MemorialGrant's birthday is celebrated every April
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General Grant National Memorial
Things To Know Before You Come
 

The site has no public restrooms.

Eating, drinking, gum chewing, and smoking are prohibited inside the building. 

Cell phone use is restricted; please silence your device(s) while in the building.

Filming and photography is allowed. However, a permit is required for any filming or photography done by photojournalists and other members of the media within the boundary of General Grant National Memorial, including the exterior space on the steps and the plaza. 

Drawing of Continental Navy Jack flag  

Did You Know?
The Continental Navy Jack, designed for Commodore Esek Hopkins during the American Revolution, is still in use today. The Secretary of the Navy reauthorized its use on all Navy ships in 2002. The flag is 13 alternating red and white strips with “Don’t Tread On Me” snake.

Last Updated: May 21, 2009 at 16:37 EST