Hamilton Grange National Memorial
Hamilton Grange National Memorial
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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This national memorial managed by the National Park Service was the home of statesman and United States Founding Father Alexander Hamilton. Restored and reopened in 2011, the public can enjoy exhibits on some of Hamilton's achievements and challenges on the ground floor, a brief introductory film on his incredible rise from an orphan in the Caribbean to an indespensible molder of the early nation, and visit the furnished first floor by scheduled tour.
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Neighbourhood: Harlem
As a hub of African American culture, Harlem has played a vital role in the history of New York City. Today, the neighbourhood is as vibrant as ever as new businesses and developments go up next to local institutions. The heart of the neighbourhood is bustling 125th Street, where street vendors and historic landmarks like the Apollo Theater mingle with big-name stores. Turn down almost any corner, and you’ll discover some of the most beautiful blocks in the city, filled with handsome brownstones, soul food restaurants, corner shops, and scenic parks. For a taste of a real New York neighbourhood, it’s hard to top a visit to Harlem.
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- 145th St • 5 min walk
- 125th St • 5 min walk
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ktbeenthere2015
New York City, NY270 contributions
Mar 2023 • Solo
According to NYCgo there are only 11 sites remaining in New York with a connection to this US Statesman. As part of a Hamilton themed tour, a visit to the Grange is a must. For those who are neither history nor Broadway buffs, the visit will be short, but it is free and in a part of town that is off the beaten path. Yet take into account the time it takes to get there and back. As others advise, aim your visit to coincide with the house tour. There are 2 films: one on Hamilton and the other on moving the house to its current spot. Both videos are worth seeing (they raised the house and moved it over a church!!).
Written 13 March 2023
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Brendan S
Arlington, VA2,152 contributions
Jan 2023 • Solo
Hamilton Grange was Alexander Hamilton’s summer home for a few years before his death. As one of the Founding Fathers, Hamilton is a famous figure and the museum at the site gives a good overview of his life and significance. As a historical site, though, there isn’t a whole lot here. It’s a self-guided tour of one floor of the house. Only three rooms are open, and they are recreations filled with mostly replica items. The house itself is nice but not exceptional, and nothing of historical significance happened here. The house itself has been moved (twice!) and is not even in its original location, so it’s not like you can “see what Hamilton saw.” And as the house is located on 141st street, it’s a relatively long trip to visit from Midtown or Lower Manhattan for what is actually here.
Written 8 January 2023
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Annette p
Scappoose, OR92 contributions
Feb 2023
We really enjoyed our visit to Hamilton Grange. We got here before opening and got in on the first tour. Thank goodness, because a group of Scouts came in and the later tours filled quickly. So I'd suggest maybe showing up earlier in the day. There was some little things to see in the basement, then the tour of the house was very, very short - just three rooms and the entry. Though there wasn't a ton to see, what is there is well done and worth the time.
Written 28 February 2023
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Big Duck 09
New York City, NY95 contributions
Jun 2022 • Family
Very interesting site. Casual and pleasant guides. Very little of the house open for visit and house needs better upkeep. Visitor center was closed due to staffing shortages. More money needs to go into the site given its historic importance.
Written 19 June 2022
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El Dorado
Los Angeles, CA341 contributions
Jan 2020
The tour takes 40 minutes and 10 of it is watching a very boring video about how they moved the house a few blocks down. Worth seeing if you are in the neighborhood. I personally try to go to as many of the national park sites as possible. You can only see the upstairs if you take the tour unfortunately. I suppose it's worth it.
Written 15 January 2020
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gostartraveler
Forked River, NJ1,914 contributions
Nov 2020
The website still gives the hours as though they are open, but the alerts page notes that the house is not (and thus, no tours.) Which they had made that more prominent. Had a nice time walking the grounds and explaining who Hamilton was using the placard to kid. Parking can be a problem, but as we got here early, we got lucky and found a space on Hamilton Terrace across the street.
Written 9 November 2020
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Carrie A
Charlotte, NC664 contributions
Aug 2021 • Couples
If your adventurous check out Hamilton’s “little place in Harlem”. My husband and I took the subway from Midtown to check out this landmark. Not really a lot to say but you can at least say you went there if you’re a fan like my husband is. After that we walked down the main street where are the Apollo theater is and continued to central park and walked it all the way through . Don’t recommend going there after dark.
Written 21 September 2021
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Kelli
Keller, TX1,386 contributions
Mar 2024 • Family
I brought my teen son and resident Hamilton fan to tour the house and museum. It was so cool to see the reconstructed home and hear about all of the changes the structure endured before preservation. Check the website for operating days and tour times. Sign in for the tour ahead of time in the gift shop. This is a really cool experience for Hamilton fans and history lovers alike!
Written 25 March 2024
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do_the_freddy
Los Angeles, CA323 contributions
Jun 2024 • Couples
This review happened in June 2024. My wife and I were in New York on vacation and we always visit any national park in the area if we can. We both love history and we had to stop by Hamilton Grange. First the park rangers and amazing and they really know there history. It didn't hurt that the ranger we had was also a big Hamilton fan/nerd. She really got into her short history lesson about Hamilton and the Grange. You can tell it was genuine love she had for the site. It was amazing to be the house that Hamilton lived in. Every room had history and it just gave you this feeing of amazement to know he was here and walked, eat ,and slept here. The visitors office is down stairs, they also have some t-shirts and other things you can buy. They do offer a guided tour of the house with a ranger. I highly recommend you take it. They have a bathroom on site and there is also a drinking fountain. The Grange also has a small walking trail that's nice for a short walk. Lots of shade on the grounds. If you want you can sit for bit and take a break. I highly recommend you stop by for a visit.
Written 1 July 2024
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Mark Z
Flagstaff, AZ44 contributions
Nov 2015 • Couples
After visiting Christiansted in St Croix a few years ago, I've been studying up on AH. He's a curious figure in American History. This visit, along with my Trinity Church stop, adds to my quest to understand AH. The house visit was bittersweet, it's nice, but full of period pieces. The few that were actually H's were too far in the room to view adequately.
Written 28 November 2015
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When is the best time to visit Hamilton’s mansion? Also, are there any fees that you have to pay to have a guided or self-guided tour if so how much is it?
Written 30 October 2017
As others have noted, it is FREE (both self-guided and guided).... it was not crowded when we visited in August, so there was little wait.... and if/when you wait, there is the little shop, the self-guided lower level and a short movie to see..... worth the visit, as it is the only home Hamilton ever owned..... we saw it on the same NYC trip when we also had tx to "Hamilton" on B'way.... my grandchildren (ages 15 & 16) and I enjoyed it very much! A couple of things to note: (1) there is no elevator so one has to navigate stairs (not difficult) to see the guided tour upstairs and (2) it is open Wed - Sunday only, closed Monday & Tuesday
Written 31 October 2017
I would like to visit the Hamilton Grange National Memorial and the Morris Jumel Mansion in Upper Manhattan, but some friends have expressed concern about the safety of the surrounding neighborhood. I'm a 50+ woman and I usually travel alone. Also, this won't be my first trip to New York City; I'm comfortable with using public transportation and Uber, and I consider myself pretty streetwise. Any thoughts or observations from travelers who've been in the area?
Written 4 April 2016
You should have no worries whatsoever about the safety of the area. I can't speak to what it's like at night, but since the facility is closed by late afternoon, you would really have no reason to be there after dark. The area is remarkably safer than it was in years or decades past. -- you may find it a wonderful surprise to see how far Harlem has come along.
In fact, after my visit I walked at least 10 blocks south with two other women to a French Bistro south for brunch. I highly recommend Maison Harlem for a post visit meal out. By the way, I thought bloody Mary's there rocked!
Written 6 April 2016
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