Hamilton Grange National Memorial
Neighborhood: Hamilton Heights Type of Place: Historic Houses Landmarks Parks Description:
One of New York City’s few free-standing, Federal style houses, its elegant period rooms now replicate those that were the center of Hamilton’s family and professional life. Officially called Hamilton Grange National Memorial, the c.1802 house, which is under the care of the National Park Service, will also offer exhibits on the ground floor that summarize his life and achievements. John G. Waite Associates, Architects (JGWA), its restoration architect, performed the detective and design work that brought back the building’s structural and historic integrity.
- Richard Staub
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