Today #VillagePreservation reminds us that OTD in 1939, #FederalHall was designated a National Historic Site #savingplaces ~ Here we celebrate the day with some photos from the past including Oscar Eustis, Artistic Director of 'Hamilton'. (photos taken pin 2014)

#wallstreet #FederalHall built in 1700  is the #building where #GeorgeWashington took his #oath as our nation's first #President.
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March 4th 1789 – In New York City, the first Congress of the US meets, putting the US Constitution into effect.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WF7OTl60cHE
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Federal Hall on Wall Street was where Washington was inaugurated, where Hamilton and Burr once defended the same client, and where the freedom of the press was first argued. Untapped Cities has 10 secrets worth knowing. #NYCHistory #FederalHall #UntappedNY www.untappedcities.com/the-top-11-s...

The moment is remembered for ceremony alone and also for its role in establishing the office of the presidency.

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