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National Memorial

Federal Hall National Memorial

InformationFeb 19, 2026

Sidewalk scaffolding at Federal Hall

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“Large crowd inside the rotunda of Federal Hall National Memorial”

Thousands of visitors each year visit Federal Hall National Memorial

Photo: NPS

About

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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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.

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