Episode 4 of 5

1832 First Classes

When
1832
Where
Clinton Hall
Part of
New York University founded in New York City

In 1832, NYU held its first classes in rented rooms of four-story Clinton Hall, situated near City Hall.

NYU was founded in 1832 by Albert Gallatin as a non-sectarian all-male institution near City Hall based on a curriculum focused on a secular education. In 1832, NYU held its first classes in rented rooms of four-story Clinton Hall, situated near City Hall.

Sources

  1. New York University Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-29

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