Visit & History

Before the first bell rang on Wall Street, before the Statue of Liberty stood watch over New York Harbor, before Alexander Hamilton wrote his way to revolution, Trinity Church was established at the heart of a burgeoning city — and nation. More than three centuries later, we’re still serving our parish. Visit us to explore our past and present.


The Places

There’s more to Trinity Church than ... Trinity Church. Learn about all our locations.

The People

Read about the priests and parishioners who have shaped our story.

Historical Highlights

We were founded in 1697. A look at the role we’ve played at key moments in our country’s history.
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How St. Paul’s Chapel endured as a beacon of hope 

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FeaturedJanuary 22, 2015

In Remembrance and Hope

The Rev. Dr. James Cooper, Rector of Trinity Wall Street, rang the bell of hope on January 22 in remembrance of those killed earlier this month, in...

FeaturedDecember 18, 2014

In Honor and Memory

The Rev. Dr. James Cooper, Rector of Trinity Wall Street, rang the bell of hope on December 18th in remembrance of those killed this week in the siege...

FeaturedSeptember 18, 2014

Elaine Race Massacre

Poet and Trinity parishioner Chester Johnson has organized a symposium on September 20 to commemorate the Elaine Race Massacre, when more than 100...

FeaturedJuly 14, 2014

Alexander Hamilton Graveside Remembrance

Join the Alexander Hamilton Awareness Society for a graveside remembrance and lecture commemorating Alexander Hamilton, who is buried in the Trinity...

FeaturedMay 29, 2014

Callaway Tribute Event

The Rev Canon James Callaway came to Trinity Wall Street as a young priest in 1980 and his ministry since then has touched the lives of millions of...

History and ArchivesNews and NotesFebruary 5, 2014

St. Cornelius the Centurion

The story of St. Cornelius and the connection to Trinity Church Wall Street and Governor's Island.
Sculpture of John Watts, Jr. in Trinity Churchyard
History and ArchivesFrom the ArchivesJanuary 14, 2014

Who Was John Watts Jr.?

Short summary of the life of John Watts Jr. whose statue stands in Trinity Churchyard

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