Stonewall National Monument
New York City, NY
In 2016, the site of the 1969 Stonewall riots became part of the Stonewall National Monument, the country’s first national monument dedicated to LGBTQ+ history. Encompassing Christopher Park and the Stonewall Inn in Greenwich Village, the monument invites visitors to learn about the fight for civil rights and to pay homage to the valiant civilians who fought here.
The basics
Visitors to the nearly 8-acre (3-hectare) site can explore the formation of the modern gay rights movement through photos, exhibits, and more at the Stonewall National Monument Visitor Center before popping by the Stonewall Inn for a drink—it still remains one of the city’s most popular gay bars. The monument is often a stop on Greenwich Village and LGBTQ+ historical walking tours for those interested in learning more about New York's LGBTQ+ movement or exploring the neighborhood itself.
Things to know before you go
Visiting Christopher Park, including the visitor center, is free of charge; no National Park Service pass is necessary. The Stonewall National Monument Visitor Center has two gender-inclusive restrooms, one of which is ADA-compliant and includes a baby-changing station. There is one wheelchair available at the visitor center for those who need one. The park offers a kid-friendly junior ranger program for little ones to understand the history of the monument.
How to get there
To reach NYC’s Stonewall National Monument, take the Subway to Christopher Street–Stonewall station (1 train) or West 4th Street–Washington Square station (A, C, E, B, D, F, M trains). From either station, it’s a short walk to Christopher Park in Greenwich Village. Otherwise, taxis and rideshares are good options, too.
When to get there
Visitors can explore the outdoor areas, including the fence exhibit (where LGBTQ+ civil rights history lines the fence in photos), at any time. However, if you’re looking to explore the new visitor center, talk to rangers, or get a National Parks Service stamp, those hours are typically from 10am to 4pm, Tuesday through Sunday,
Get your guide on
Beyond talking to the monument’s park rangers, there are tons of fabulous Pride tours that bring Stonewall—and Greenwich Village at large—into technicolor. A historical walking tour will take you from the LGBT Community Center to the NYC AIDS Memorial, through Christopher Park, along Gay Street, and beyond. (Greenwich Village is also a great place for a food tour).
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