Trinity Church

Until 1890 the spire of Trinity Church was the tallest structure in New York

The Spire of the Trinity Church located in the New York City Financial District was the tallest structure in New York until 1890
The Spire of the Trinity Church located in the New York City Financial District was the tallest structure in New York until 1890 cc licensed photo by apasciuto

The 281 foot Gothic Revival brownstone spire of Trinity Church dominates the landscape of downtown New York City. The massive dark stone building with its sculpted bronze doors, Gothic spires and pointed arches is one of the city's finest examples of architecture, second only to Rockefeller Plaza.

Established in 1697 by a charter of King William with an annual rent of one peppercorn, Trinity Church is still an active parish of the Diocese of New York with a ministry that aides churches, schools hospital and other institutions. The original building was destroyed by fire in 1776, which consumed nearly 500 buildings and left thousands homeless. The existing building, designed by Richard Upjohn, cofounder of the American Institute for Architects, was constructed in 1846 and placed on the National Historic Landmark Register in 1976.

Located in the shadows of the adjacent office towers at the foot of Wall Street, Trinity Church is surrounded by a historic graveyard which inters many noted New Yorkers, including Alexander Hamilton and several members of the Continental Congress. A second burial ground on Riverside Drive is maintained by the parish on the former estate of James Audubon and several members of the influential Astor family. The third is connected to St. Paul's Chapel with many pre-Revolutionary graves.

Trinity Church is still an active parish holding worship services daily which members of the public are welcome to attend. For those not wishing at attend mass, the vestibule and churchyard are open to visitors daily. Trinity Church offers an extensive calendar of community and youth events, including the acclaimed "Concerts for One" lunchtime concert series.

Facts For Your Visit

Official Website: Trinity Church

Fee: No

Closed Now

Regular Hours:
Hours may be subject to change. Please verify on the official website.

  • Monday: 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday: 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday: 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thursday: 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Friday: 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Saturday: 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sunday: 8:30 am - 6:00 pm

Category: Churches

Address: 89 Broadway
New York, NY 10006

Phone: (212) 602-0800

Reviews

Yelp Rating:
4.5 out of 5 4.5 Star Rating
Based on 112 Reviews.

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5 Star Rating In lower Manhattan right near Wall Street this church is a fine example of old stone work. It was built in the mid 1800s and looks like it has to be 300... Read More

Sharon B. May-03-2023

5 Star Rating This historic church stands at the intersection of Wall Street and Broadway. A church on this site dates back to the 1600s with a charter from King William... Read More

Bruce K. Oct-17-2022

4 Star Rating Trinity church is located on Wall street and is one of the oldest church in NYC. Outside of the church is a cemetery. Inside of the church is beautiful, I... Read More

Denise W. May-09-2022

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Directions

Subway Line Nearest Station Walking Time
R or 1Rector Street2 minutes
J or ZBroad Street2 minutes
2, 3, 4 or 5Wall Street1-3 minutes

How to get to Trinity Church by Subway

Either take the 2, 3, 4 or 5 train to Wall Street and walk west (you can see the church from the station exit) or else the J or Z train to Broad Street, exit to Wall Street and go west as above or take the 1 or R train to Rector Street and walk east on Rector Street.

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Lots of details are brought to light in this slideshow that explores many facets of the Trinity Church on Wall Street in New York City

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