Federal Hall National Memorial Collection

Federal Hall National Memorial, Lower Manhattan, New York, USA

The Old City Hall, or Federal Hall, at 26 Wall Street, New York City, United States of America. It was here that the 1st Congress was held

STOCK BROKERS, c1922. Crowd of men involved in curb exchange trading on Broad Street during a rainy day, New York City. Photograph, c1922

NYC: WASHINGTON, c1890. The statue of George Washington in front of the United States Sub-Treasury (now Federal Hall National Memorial) in New York City. Photograph, c1890

FINANCIAL CENTRE, c1900. The corner of Broad Street and Wall Street, New York City. Stereograph, c1900

Wall Street financial panic, May 1884 C016 / 4597
Wall Street financial panic. 19th-century artwork of scenes of panic on Wall Street, New York, USA, on the morning of 14 May 1884. This crisis was caused by banks calling in existing loans

PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN, 1884. The great Grover Cleveland meeting of business men in Wall Street. Wood engraving from a contemporary American newspaper

George Washington statue outside Federal Hall National Memorial, Wall Street, Lower Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States of America, North America

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"Discover the Historic Federal Hall National Memorial in Lower Manhattan" Located at 26 Wall Street in New York City, the Federal Hall National Memorial stands as a symbol of American history and democracy. This iconic landmark holds immense significance as it was here that the first Congress convened and George Washington was inaugurated as America's first president in 1789. Step back in time as you explore this historic site, which once served as the Old City Hall or Federal Hall. Immerse yourself in its rich past, where late 18th-century work took place to shape the nation we know today. As you wander through Lower Manhattan, take a moment to admire The Stock Exchange from The Federal Hall National Memorial. Witness firsthand where stockbrokers gathered on Broad Street for curb exchange trading back in 1922. Experience the energy of Wall Street during one of its most tumultuous periods – the Wall Street Crash of 1929 – when crowds gathered outside the New York Stock Exchange seeking answers amidst financial chaos. Marvel at the statue of George Washington standing proudly outside this historic building. Dating back to around 1890, this statue pays homage to our founding father and serves as a reminder of his contributions to our great nation. Transport yourself further into history by imagining what life was like at Broad Street and Wall Street during its heyday around 1900 when it stood tall as a bustling financial center. Picture businessmen discussing deals while navigating these iconic streets that have shaped global finance. However, not all moments were filled with prosperity within these walls. Remember those affected by tragedy during events such as the Wall Street Bombing of 1920. Reflect upon wreckage after this terrorist attack and witness crowds gathering on these very streets searching for solace amidst devastation. Join us on an exploration through time at Federal Hall National Memorial – an architectural gem nestled among towering skyscrapers that still echoes with stories from America's past.