Stonewall National Monument

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Pink and purple tulips in bloom with the Pride flag waving above a statue in the background.
Tulips in Christopher Park
Photos: National Park Service

About Stonewall National Monument

Before the 1960s, almost everything about living authentically as a lesbian, a bisexual person or a gay man was illegal. The Stonewall Uprising on June 28, 1969 is a milestone in the quest for civil rights and provided momentum for a movement.

Quick Facts

State New York
Designation National Monument
State Code NY
Weather New York City experiences all four seasons. It is typically hot in the summer and cold in the winter with cool springs and autumns.

Location & Map

Stonewall National Monument is located in New York.

Operating Hours

Off peak operation occurs November - April, with the park opening and closing daily from 7 am - 5 pm. Holidays and poor weather can be affect these hours.

Wednesday 7:00AM - 5:00PM
Monday 7:00AM - 5:00PM
Thursday 7:00AM - 5:00PM
Sunday 7:00AM - 5:00PM
Tuesday 7:00AM - 5:00PM
Friday 7:00AM - 5:00PM
Saturday 7:00AM - 5:00PM

Activities

Guided Tours Self-Guided Tours - Walking Museum Exhibits

Getting There

Christopher Park is bounded by Christopher, Grove, and West Fourth Streets. By subway, take the Broadway 1 Line - 7th Avenue local to Christopher Street-Sheridan Square Station; or via the 7th Avenue bus line on the M8 or M20. From Jersey City, take the Holland Tunnel to Ericsson Pl, via exit 3, then take the Avenue of the Americas north to Christopher Street. From Brooklyn take the Manhattan Bridge to Canal Street, then take the Avenue of the Americas north to Christopher Street.

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Contact & Address

Address Intersection of Christopher, Grove, and Fourth Streets., New York, NY, 10014
Email Stonewall@nps.gov

Topics & Themes

LGB American Heritage Monuments and Memorials Social Movements Civil Rights Tragic Events Urban America

Things To Do

Be a Junior Ranger at Stonewall National Monument

Be a Junior Ranger at Stonewall National Monument

Become a Junior Ranger at Stonewall National Monument

This virtual junior ranger booklet has activities for all ages to complete while learning about Stonewall National Monument.

Visitor Centers

Stonewall National Monument Visitor Center

The Stonewall National Monument Visitor Center contains interactive exhibits about the Stonewall uprising and LGBTQ+ civil rights movement, as well as informational videos and space…

Hours: Check the Stonewall National Monument Visitor Center website (https://stonewallvisitorcenter.org/) for the most up to date information about closings and hours.

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