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 Ex
Free — you won’t need your pass here.
Free entry — there is no entrance fee here, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
- Fee type No fee — No fee is charged here.
- HoursFederal Hall is open Wednesday-Sunday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The visitor entrance is at 15 Pine St.
- Source National Park Service ↗
- Last verifiedJuly 6, 2026 · Confirmed
- Official pagewww.nps.gov ↗
- Contact 212-825-6990 · feha_info@nps.gov
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 recommend
Common questions
Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Federal Hall National Memorial — always confirm with the managing site before you go.
No Is there a fee at Federal Hall National Memorial?
No — it’s free to enter, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
Yes Are there hiking trails?
Yes — hiking is one of the listed activities at Federal Hall National Memorial.
Depends Can you bring a dog?
Usually only leashed and in developed areas, campgrounds, and paved paths — not on most trails or in buildings. Pet rules vary by park, so check first.
No Are drones allowed?
No — launching, landing, or operating drones is prohibited on National Park Service land.
Depends What are the hours?
Federal Hall is open Wednesday-Sunday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The visitor entrance is at 15 Pine St.
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