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

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History and ArchivesDecember 13, 2021

Trinity and Handel's Messiah | Ask Trinity Archives

Trinity and Handel’s Messiah go back a long way together, 250 years to be exact, and the earliest performances came with colorful stories of people from the days when New York City was just a small village. Watch this episode of Ask Trinity Archives with archivists Joe Lapinski and Marissa Maggs.
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History and ArchivesNovember 12, 2021

"The Rector & the Rogue" | Ask Trinity Archives

A retelling of a month-long incident in 1880 during which the Rector of Trinity Church Wall Street was the target of a highly-publicized practical joke.

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