Stonewall National Monument
Designation: National Monument
Location: New York
📘 Park Overview
Before the 1960s, almost everything about living authentically as a gay or lesbian person was illegal. The Stonewall Uprising on June 28, 1969 is a milestone in the quest for civil rights and provided momentum for a movement.
🌤 Weather Information
New York City experiences all four seasons. It is typically hot in the summer and cold in the winter with cool springs and autumns.
🚗 Directions
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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Tulips in Christopher Park
Credit: NPS Photo
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Entrance Fees
No entrance fees listed.
Entrance Passes
No entrance passes listed.
3-Day Weather Forecast
Monday, Jul 6
Light rain
High: 72.7°F | Low: 68.7°F
Humidity: 94%
Wind: 14.8 mph
Rain Chance: 92%
UV Index: 2.3
Sunrise: 05:31 AM
Sunset: 08:30 PM
Moon: Last Quarter (49%)
Visibility: 5 mi
Dew Point: 68.9°F
Cloud Cover: 92%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Tuesday, Jul 7
Patchy rain nearby
High: 70.9°F | Low: 67.4°F
Humidity: 84%
Wind: 14.8 mph
Rain Chance: 42%
UV Index: 5
Sunrise: 05:32 AM
Sunset: 08:29 PM
Moon: Last Quarter (39%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 65.7°F
Cloud Cover: 42%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Wednesday, Jul 8
Patchy rain nearby
High: 80.3°F | Low: 66.4°F
Humidity: 71%
Wind: 10.5 mph
Rain Chance: 19%
UV Index: 7
Sunrise: 05:32 AM
Sunset: 08:29 PM
Moon: Waning Crescent (28%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 66.5°F
Cloud Cover: 19%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
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Park Events
Stonewall National Monument Walking Tour
Who threw the first brick at Stonewall? Was there even a brick to begin with? Join a guided walking tour to learn about the history of the Stonewall Uprising and its importance to the gay civil rights movement.
Location: Meet us in Christopher Park at 2 PM! No need to sign-up or register. Questions? Contact stonewall@nps.gov
Date: Jul 5, 2026 12:00am to Nov 8, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Visitor Center & Contacts
📍 Physical Address:
Intersection of Christopher, Grove, and Fourth Streets.
New York, NY 10014
🏤 Mailing Address:
26 Wall Street
Federal Hall National Monument c/o Stonewall National Monument
New York, NY 10005
✉️ Email: Stonewall@nps.gov