Grant's Tomb, Presidential mausoleum in Morningside Heights, Manhattan, United States.
The white granite monument features a neoclassical design with grand columns, domed ceiling, and overlooks the Hudson River from Riverside Park.
Completed in 1897, this memorial houses the remains of Ulysses S. Grant, the 18th President and Civil War General, along with his wife Julia.
The interior displays murals depicting significant moments from Grant's military career and presidency, representing American leadership during the Civil War period.
The memorial opens daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with free guided tours available at 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 2:00 PM.
The memorial stands as the largest mausoleum in North America, incorporating architectural elements inspired by the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus.
Location: Manhattan
Inception: April 27, 1897
Architects: John H. Duncan
Official opening: 1897
Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture
Website: https://www.nps.gov/gegr/index.htm
Website: https://nps.gov/gegr
GPS coordinates: 40.81344,-73.96301
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:17
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