Exterior of the north side of Trinity Church, looking up at its steeple through green leaves as the sun streams through.

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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9/11

How St. Paul’s Chapel endured as a beacon of hope 

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View of Trinity Church, the Astor Cross and the north side of Trinity Churchyard
FeaturedSeptember 29, 2022

Trinity's Churchyard: A Scavenger Hunt

The Trinity Churchyard is a visual oasis, an open space in a city crowded with skyscrapers, a place where all four seasons are on display, and have been for more than three centuries. A perfect spot for lunch, or a history lesson, or a scavenger hunt.
Queen Elizabeth II at Trinity in July 1976
FeaturedSeptember 8, 2022

A Message from the Rector on the Passing of Queen Elizabeth II

Today we join those in the Church of England and many around the world in mourning the passing of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. We are grateful for her life of steadfast service to the Church and to her nation, and we remember her deep and abiding faith in God.
Primary Stained-Glass Window at west end of Trinity Church
History and ArchivesAugust 5, 2022

A Stained-Glass Tour of Trinity Church

Susan Ward, art professor, Vestry member, and parishioner of Trinity Church Wall Street, leads a tour of the stained glass in the nave of Trinity Church.
East Bronze Doors, Annunciation
FeaturedJames MelchiorreJuly 28, 2022

Trinity's East Bronze Doors

A story about the history of the east-facing bronze doors at the main entrance to Trinity Church Wall Street.
North Bronze Doors, Closeup
FeaturedJames MelchiorreJuly 15, 2022

Trinity's North Bronze Doors

A description and explanation of the north-facing Astor Memorial Doors at Trinity Church Wall Street
South bronze door, George Washington at St Paul's Chapel
FeaturedJames MelchiorreJuly 7, 2022

Trinity's South Bronze Doors

An explanation of the Astor Memorial Doors, south entrance, at Trinity Church Wall Street.

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