Hamilton Grange National Memorial

What to know

Hamilton Grange National Memorial preserves the relocated home of U.S. Founding Father Alexander Hamilton. The house, known as The Grange, was designed by architect John McComb Jr. and completed in 1802 on a sprawling 32-acre estate in upper Manhattan. It was named The Grange after the Hamilton family's ancestral home in Scotland. Despite its architectural significance, the home served as Hamilton's residence for only two years before his death. The building is a faithful testament to early American architecture, specifically the Federal style, and now serves as a tribute to Hamilton's many accomplishments. Visitors can explore the original features of the house and a permanent exhibition gallery that highlights major events in his life. One of the most unusual aspects of the house's history is its physical movement. In 1889, the city began building new streets across the estate, forcing a church to buy the house and move it two blocks away for safety. Later, in 2008, the National Park Service relocated it again to its current location within St. Nicholas Park, returning it to the original estate grounds. Today, the site is managed by the National Park Service as a historic house museum. The visitor center, located in the basement of The Grange, provides access to exhibits and a film highlighting Hamilton's major achievements. The site was designated as a national landmark in 1960.

Visitor tips

• Tours are free and first-come, first-served, with a maximum capacity of 14 to 15 visitors per tour.
• The visitor center is open Wednesday through Sunday, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
• Avoid driving if possible, as there is no on-site parking and street parking in the area is very limited.

Nearby context

Located in the Hamilton Heights neighborhood of Manhattan, the memorial is situated within the greenery of St. Nicholas Park, placing it in a heart of the area's historical significance.