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
There is something about visiting Century old cemeteries, that is truly inspiring.
Retracing former successful lives, step-by-step, and imagining how life was for them during that time.
What inspired them to be as successful as they were that their lives created such an impact during then and now to our current day.
Makes you think on a personal level, what can I do today to positively impact my life, my family, my community in many positive ways
Erika Baker - a week ago
A quiet and respectful place to reflect and pay respects to historical figures. Alexander Hamilton and his wife Elisa are buried here. I didn't go inside, I just meandered through the grounds admiring the tombstones. The church has beautiful architecture and is surrounded by a fenced wall. Visiting the grounds is a nice break from sightseeing in NYC.
Paul Cuthbert - a month ago
Amazing Church on the Lower side of Manhattan, worth the visit even though you have to go through security like an Airport not sure why. Very close to the financial district like Wall Street, etc. I am sure a lot of traders go after a trading day to cleanse themselves. I love the architecture and the story behind it. If you are close by it is definitely worth the visit and if you are Catholic or Christian a must to visit and pray.
Jerry A - 3 months ago
A religious experience to say the least. The church is beautiful. It's a wonderful place to go to mass and the choir is the best I've ever seen or heard. After church your welcome to pass thru the historic cemetery where Alexander Hamilton is actually buried. It blows you mind to think this church has been around even before the birth of this nation. After service your welcome to ☕ at their building across the street.
Carlos Hernandez - a month ago
This church has a historic meaning, as many historic figures and prominent men and women, such as Alexander Hamilton, Robert Fulton, and former Madison Administration Secretary, Albert Gallatin.
When it comes to the presence of the church's interior, the church's interior, filled with Gothic Architecture, retains the historic charm of the church from Colonial New York City, a further testament to the strength and the authority that is showcased with the values of this building in the contemporary day, telling a physical and religious story at the same time with much historic charm.
Visiting this such church is a must for any historian, as the church has a major graveyard site and is prominently home to the Alexander Hamilton and Family gravesite. Additionally, it is the site of many other prominent gravestone in Colonial America.
Jason Keller - a month 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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