The long anticipated opening of Hamilton Grange National Memorial is upon us. This Saturday, September 17 at noon, which is Constitution Day, the National Park Service will open the Grange to the public. With you we will celebrate the opening of Hamilton’s ‘sweet project’ this weekend with music, living history demonstrations, rangers talks and lectures. [...]
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Hamilton Grange National Memorial Re-Opening This Saturday, September 17th
Posted in Hamilton Grange on September 16, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
Hamilton Grange Beauty is Realized in St. Nicholas Park – Opens Sept 17th
Posted in Hamilton Grange on September 10, 2011 | 1 Comment »
From Darren Boch from National Park Service The beauty of Alexander Hamilton’s “sweet project,” the Grange, is now clearly apparent. The balustrades on the roof and porch roofs are finished and in place. The chimneys have all been restored and the functional shutters have been hung. The special plaster finish on the ground level is [...]
Hamilton Grange Update July 2011 “Finishing Touches”
Posted in community, Hamilton Grange on July 13, 2011 | 1 Comment »
Below is an update of the Hamilton Grange by Darren Boch from the National Park Service. The fine work of restoring the Grange to its former glory continues apace, and we’re well on our way to a grand opening on September 17. See the pictures below for some of the recent work and meet just [...]
Input Sought for Use of Former Grange Site
Posted in community, general, Hamilton Grange on May 27, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
Input is sought on the former Grange site on Convent Avenue The National Park Service recently published an Amendment to the Hamilton Grange National Memorial General Management Plan. The Amendment focuses on alternatives for development that will guide long-term management of the NPS property at 287 Convent Avenue, former site of Hamilton Grange. The Amendment [...]
Hamilton Grange To Open in September
Posted in Hamilton Grange, tagged Hamilton Grange on May 27, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
This is an update from Darren Boch of the National Parks Service: The National Park Service (NPS) is planning to reopen Hamilton Grange National Memorial to the public beginning this September 17. The Grange has been closed to the public for nearly five years, going through a move and an “extreme makeover” designed to make [...]
Hamilton Grange Restoration Update Spring 2011
Posted in Hamilton Grange on April 9, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
This report is from Darren Boch from the National Parks Service: Interior restoration work is continuing at Hamilton Grange National Memorial. Teams have recently begun work on the historic fireplaces, replacing damaged bricks and preparing the fireplaces to receive their facings. Another team is working on the door frames for the dining room. A mock-up [...]
Snow Sculpture in St. Nicholas Park
Posted in community, Hamilton Grange, other on January 17, 2011 | 2 Comments »
This morning I stumbled upon an amazing snow sculpture in the north part of the park. Pictures above and below shows a couple carved out of snow sitting on a rock. The piece of art is located just south of the west 141st street staircase, near the Hamilton Grange. While photographing it, a couple came [...]
Hamilton Grange Update For September 2010
Posted in Hamilton Grange on September 23, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Below is an update from Darren Boch of the National Parks Service on the Hamilton Grange National Monument. Work continues apace in restoring Hamilton Grange National Memorial. A gate has been installed to protect the new handicap accessible lift, the Horticultural Society is continuing to care for the thirteen sweet gum trees planted on the [...]
American Scottish Foundation Lecture and Reception Fundraiser for Hamilton Grange
Posted in Hamilton Grange on June 6, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
The American Scottish Foundation is holding a fundraising lecture and reception at Federal Hall on June 16th. The proceeds from the event will help establish a beautiful authentic Scottish garden near Alexander Hamilton’s Historic home in St. Nicholas Park. Follow the link below to RSVP for this important event. If you have any questions you [...]
Hamilton Grange National Memorial Restoration Update
Posted in Hamilton Grange on May 5, 2010 | 2 Comments »
Update: Due to delays the Hamilton Grange will now open to the public in Spring 2011. Update provided from Darren Boch of the National Parks Service: Anyone walking near Hamilton Grange National Memorial lately has noticed that the exterior of the home has really begun to look just as Hamilton constructed his “sweet project” in [...]
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