OUR NATIONAL CAPITALS

The Capital was first located in New York City, with Congress meeting in City Hall (Federal Hall) from 1785 to 1790. Philadelphia served as the Capital from 1790 to 1800. During that time, Congress met at the Philadelphia County Building (Congress Hall). Washington, D.C. from 1800 to present.

NEW YORK CITY

1785 - 1790

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Map: Created/Published in 1789 

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