Federal Hall National Memorial
Here at Federal Hall, George Washington took the oath of office as the first President of the United States, marking the beginning of the American constitutional republic.
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About Federal Hall National Memorial
Here at Federal Hall, George Washington took the oath of office as the first President of the United States, marking the beginning of the American constitutional republic. This historic site served as the nation’s first capitol, home to the inaugural Congress, the first Supreme Court, and the earliest offices of the Executive Branch.
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Driving times from Federal Hall National Memorial, one way, via road — a realistic day is 8–10 hours behind the wheel.
Hours
Hours of Operation
- Mon
- Closed
- Tue
- Closed
- Wed
- 10:00AM - 4:00PM
- Thu
- 10:00AM - 4:00PM
- Fri
- 10:00AM - 4:00PM
- Sat
- 10:00AM - 4:00PM
- Sun
- 10:00AM - 4:00PM
Activities
Getting there
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Frequently asked questions
- What is there to do at Federal Hall National Memorial?
- Popular activities include Arts and Culture, Guided Tours, Junior Ranger Program, Museum Exhibits, Self-Guided Tours - Walking, Shopping.
- Which national parks are within a day's drive of Federal Hall National Memorial?
- Within about a day's drive you can reach African Burial Ground National Monument (4 min), Castle Clinton National Monument (4 min), Lower East Side Tenement Museum National Historic Site (8 min), Stonewall National Monument (9 min), Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site (12 min), Governors Island National Monument (14 min).