Hamilton Grange

Happy Birthday, Eliza Hamilton! Eliza was born #OTD in 1757. After #Hamilton's death, she continued to make contributions to the lives of many people. She raised a family, managed The Grange, assisted in founding the NY Orphan Asylum Society, and more!

Today National Parks are entrance fee-free in honor of the #GreatAmericanOutdoorsAct (GAOA)! nps.gov/subjects/infra… We're already a fee-free site, but today you can save a bit & take Alexander Hamilton w/ you on your adventures visiting us or any other @NatlParkService site!

#OTD in 1790, Congress authorized #Hamilton's proposal to build ten cutters to protect the nation's revenue. This Revenue Service (later called the Revenue Cutter Service) is the forerunner of the US Coast Guard. Image: National Archives

It’s #WorldRangerDay! Everyday, rangers worldwide protect and celebrate our vast histories, natural lands, and rich cultures through preservation efforts. Today, we celebrate all of the individuals who dedicate their time to the cause. Thank you to all of our park rangers!

On July 23 and 24, the outdoor visitor contact station will be unavailable due to heat conditions. If you have a tour reservation, your reservation will proceed as normal from the front steps of The Grange. Please call (646) 548-2310 with questions.

Join us on Sunday, July 10 for music and a special presentation by historical reenactors! Details below! #FindYourPark #NPSManhattanSites #Hamilton

INDEPENDENCE DAY: Check out Thomas Jefferson's rough draft of the Declaration of Independence, complete with deletions, corrections, insertions & other edits from members of his committee prior to July 4. loc.gov/resource/mtj1.… #FourthOfJuly #IndependenceDay

Happy #IndependenceDay! "There is a certain enthusiasm in liberty, that makes human nature rise above itself in acts of bravery and heroism." -Alexander Hamilton "The Farmer Refuted" February 23, 1775 Image: Yale University Art Gallery

“The Founding Fathers made an appropriate choice when they selected the bald eagle as the emblem of the nation. The fierce beauty and proud independence of this great bird aptly symbolizes the strength and freedom of America.” President John F. Kennedy Photo by Daniel Sylvester

#OTD in 1775, George Washington formally takes command of the Continental Army. For more information about Washington and #Hamilton: bit.ly/3sN5Rw9

#OTD July 2, 1776, the Second Continental Congress voted to pass the Lee Resolution, declaring independence from Great Britain. John Adams wrote home to his wife: "“The Second Day of July 1776, will be the most memorable Epocha, in the History of America." #July4th

This c.1870 photo of The Grange shows the building at its original location. Imagine you can walk down the driveway and around the property. What would you be curious to see? Learn more: bit.ly/3vOWFKm #ThrowbackThursday

#OTD in 1778, the Battle of Monmouth took place in New Jersey. Alexander Hamilton was involved with various administrative duties, drafting orders, providing intelligence, and retired from the field after his injured horse caused him to fall. Image: Library of Congress

Happy #PrideMonth! 🌈 Celebrate by learning about the career, life, and legacy of Revolutionary War General Friedrich von Steuben with a lecture from @ValleyForgeNHP: go.nps.gov/SteubenLecture

#DYK Alexander Hamilton was born on the island of Nevis? Immigrating to the colonies, he joined the American Revolution, became an important advisor to George Washington, helped create the U.S. Constitution & shaped the early American economy. #CaribbeanAmericanHeritageMonth

Happy #FathersDay from Founding Father, Alexander Hamilton! Learn more about #Hamilton: bit.ly/32bDgqC Image: National Gallery of Art

Consider joining our colleagues today at African Burial Ground National Monument for their Juneteenth Celebration!

“Workin' for a livin', livin' and workin'”-Huey Lewis and the News In 1892, this image appeared in an issue of The Illustrated American. It shows the hard work it took to build St. Luke's Church next to The Grange. Explore The Grange:bit.ly/3NFuAMg #ThrowbackThursday

Its #NaturePhotographyDay! We hope you're able to get outside and enjoy the beauty of nature! Explore Hamilton Grange's gardens: bit.ly/3NGCXYi #GreatOutdoorsMonth #FindYourPark

#OTD The Second Continental Congress unanimously voted for George Washington to lead the Continental Army. For information about Alexander Hamilton and George Washington: bit.ly/3sN5Rw9 Image: MET Museum.