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

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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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History and Archivesby Jennifer Chinn and Fr. Matt WelschFebruary 18, 2021

Bayard Rustin: Truth in History

Exploring this theme of "Truth in History," which was born out of the Trinity Youth Statement this past summer, is a long-term commitment by Trinity Youth to know ourselves, our past, and our future. Join us as we learn more about the life and legacy of Bayard Rustin, one of the most overlooked activists of the Civil Rights Movement.
FeaturedFebruary 8, 2021

Archiving What’s Precious to You

Grandma’s wedding photo. Your third-grade report card. Learn the basics of document care and organization from Trinity Archivists Joe Lapinski and Marissa Maggs, who also host the popular video series, “Ask Trinity Archives.”
FeaturedDecember 23, 2020

NYE: Before Times Square, It was Trinity | Ask Trinity Archives

Times Square in Midtown Manhattan has been the focus of New Year’s Eve for New Yorkers for more than a hundred years. For the century before that, the celebration was synonymous with Lower Manhattan, and Trinity Church Wall Street. 

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