St. Paul’s Chapel, NYC: Tickets and Info

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About St. Paul's Chapel

St. Paul's Chapel opened in 1766 as a chapel-of-ease for Trinity Church's growing congregation. It is the only colonial-era church left in Manhattan and the oldest public building in the borough still in continuous use.

It has a habit of surviving. When the Great Fire of 1776 destroyed the first Trinity Church, a bucket brigade carried water up from the Hudson River to the chapel's roof. Thirteen years later, on April 30, 1789, George Washington attended a service here after taking the oath of office, and he kept worshipping at St. Paul's until the capital moved to Philadelphia.

On September 11, 2001, the chapel stood less than 100 yards from the World Trade Center, yet not a single pane of glass broke. For nine months afterward it stayed open day and night for recovery workers who needed food, rest or prayer.

Opened: 1766

Built as: A chapel-of-ease for Trinity Church

Location: Broadway and Fulton Street, Lower Manhattan

Annual visitors: More than 1 million

Good to Know Before Visiting St. Paul's Chapel

The chapel is open to the public seven days a week, and the churchyard is open daily from 8:30 AM to 6 PM.

Every visitor goes through a security and safety check before entering.

Weapons of any kind are banned, and outside food and drink are not permitted.

St. Paul's is an active church with a worshipping community, so keep your voice low inside.

Special services, events or hazardous weather can close the chapel or churchyard early.

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St. Paul's Chapel with One World Trade Center. Photo: Leo Sorel

The chapel welcomes visitors every day of the week.

Chapel: Open daily

Churchyard: 8:30 AM to 6 PM daily

Why Visit St. Paul's Chapel?

Manhattan's Only Colonial-Era Church

Opened in 1766, St. Paul's is the last church from the colonial period still standing on the island, and it has been in use ever since.

The Little Chapel That Stood

It came through 9/11 without a broken window, then spent nine months as a round-the-clock refuge for rescue and recovery workers.

Objects That Honor the Recovery Effort

Inside you'll see the Iron Memorial Cross, forged from World Trade Center remnants, along with the Memorial Pew and the Cup of Life chalice. The Bell of Hope hangs at the western entrance.

A Churchyard with Revolutionary Roots

The marble Montgomery Monument honors General Richard Montgomery, who died at Quebec in 1775. It's believed to be the first Revolutionary War monument the Continental Congress commissioned.

St. Paul's Chapel - Highlights in Pictures

St. Paul's Chapel with the World Trade Center

Firemen outside St. Paul's Chapel, September 11, 2001

Frequently Asked Questions about St. Paul's Chapel

When was St. Paul's Chapel built?

It opened in 1766 as a chapel-of-ease for Trinity Church's growing congregation.

Why is it called "The Little Chapel That Stood"?

It survived the collapse of the Twin Towers, less than 100 yards away, without a single broken window. It then served as a refuge for recovery workers for nine months.

Did George Washington worship here?

Yes. After his inauguration on April 30, 1789, he walked up Broadway with Congress to a service at the chapel, and he worshipped here until the capital moved to Philadelphia.

Can I still see Washington's pew?

The canopied pew itself has been removed, but the 1789 painting of the Great Seal still hangs in its original place beside where the pew stood.

How did the chapel survive the Great Fire of 1776?

A bucket brigade carried water from the Hudson River to the roof while the fire destroyed the first Trinity Church.

What is the Bell of Hope?

A bell given to New York by the City of London and presented on the first anniversary of 9/11. It is permanently installed at the chapel's western entrance.

Who is honored by the Montgomery Monument?

General Richard Montgomery, who was killed at Quebec in 1775. It's believed to be the first Revolutionary War monument the Continental Congress commissioned.

What are the opening hours?

The chapel is open seven days a week, and the churchyard is open daily from 8:30 AM to 6 PM.

Is there security at the entrance?

Yes. All visitors go through a security and safety check before entering.

How do I get there by public transport?

Fulton Street station (2, 3, 4, 5, A, C, J, Z) is right across Broadway, and PATH riders can walk over from the Oculus.