Federal Hall National Memorial is a national memorial run by the National Park Service in New York.
In the park service’s words
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.
From the National Park Service (public domain).
Things to do
- At Federal Hall: Federal Hall has a long and varied history that is almost as old as New York City itself! There are many things to do here, and a good place to start is at the Visitor Center where visitors can speak to a park ranger, watch an introductory video, learn what Federal Hall has to offer, and learn about other national park
Fees and hours
Entrance fee: No entrance fee.
Hours: 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. Federal Hall is open Wednesday-Sunday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The visitor entrance is at 15 Pine St.
Getting there
The main entrance of Federal Hall is located at 15 Pine Street, near the corner of Nassau and Pine Street in Manhattan's Financial District. The rear entrance, which is wheelchair accessible, is located at 15 Pine Street, near the intersection of Pine Street and Nassau Street. It is highly recommended that all visitors use mass transit when traveling to Federal Hall.
| Airport | City | Drive to the park | Straight-line miles | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) | Newark, NJ | No road route | 8 | Large hub |
| LaGuardia Airport (LGA) | New York, NY | No road route | 9 | Large hub |
| Teterboro Airport (TEB) | Teterboro, NJ | No road route | 10 | Regional |
Drive times run from the airport to Zion Canyon Visitor Center, estimated with OSRM routing on OpenStreetMap roads at normal speeds; allow extra for traffic, stops and construction.
Miles are straight-line distances.
Visitor centers
- [Visitor Center](): 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. Federal Hall National Memorial is open Wednesday to Sunday 10 am - 4 pm EST.
Weather
From the National Park Service (public domain).
Know before you go
Drones are banned at almost every park site, and you may not take rocks, plants or artifacts. Pets must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet where they are allowed. Bring no firewood from home.
Nearby
The nearest national park is Shenandoah, about 276 miles away in a straight line.
Sources
Last checked 1 November 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Is there an entrance fee at Federal Hall National Memorial?
No entrance fee.
Where is Federal Hall National Memorial?
In New York. The closest airport with scheduled flights is Newark Liberty International Airport, about 8 miles away.
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