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On April 30, 1789, George Washington became president of the United States on the balcony of Federal Hall in lower Manhattan. The inauguration was one of many legislative and diplomatic milestones between 1785 and 1790, when New York served as the national capital. Find out more about visiting the New-York Historical Society Museum at www.nyhistory.org The New-York Historical Society is able to produce illuminating exhibitions, public programs, and make a priceless collection accessible to the public through the generosity of donations and membership. Help us make history matter by joining today. www.nyhistory.org