Trinity Church
Until 1890 the spire of Trinity Church was the tallest structure in New York
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
Fee: NoTrinity Church Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- 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
Address: 89 Broadway, New York, NY 10006, USA
Phone: (212) 602-0800
Official Website: Trinity Church
Trinity Church Reviews
Rated out of 5
On a search for free and awesome places to visit in NYC I discovered that Alexander and Eliza Hamilton, along with many other greats including Angelica Schuyler, were buried in this beautiful public access cemetery. My friend and I just had to go and it was so worth the $3 subway ride. In the financial district you can get a quiet and quick history lesson while enjoying this beautiful resting place. Highly recommend!
Katy Lamers - 3 months ago
Beautiful place with lots of security and history. Thr gravesite around the church where many famous revolutionary characters have been interred is clean, organized and historical. We took our sweet time to read what was posted. So interesting!
Alejandro Delgadillo - 2 months ago
Amazing church from the outside and inside. This Episcopal parish featuring Gothic Revival architecture, daily public access, and a famous historic churchyard. It is free to visit but there is security checks. Built in the 19th-century Gothic Revival style with a 281-foot steeple that made it the tallest building in the US for over two decades.
Tito Mejia - a month ago
A deeply moving and beautifully preserved historic site. This Episcopal church and cemetery are best known as the final resting place of Alexander Hamilton, The church architecture is stunning, and the cemetery feels peaceful despite being in the heart of the city. Informational plaques make the visit educational without feeling overwhelming. A must-visit for history lovers and anyone wanting a quiet moment of reflection amid New York’s bustle.
Shashi - 6 months ago
Incredible experience at a Church with so much history. Walked in while there was a mass and the church was so inviting to everyone. Beautiful architecture and the history flowed through the sound of the organ and voices of the choir. Hamilton had his funeral here and his grave is to the side.
Peter Pasek - 2 months ago
Directions
| Subway Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| R or 1 | Rector Street | 2 minutes |
| J or Z | Broad Street | 2 minutes |
| 2, 3, 4 or 5 | Wall Street | 1-3 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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