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Museum & Gold Vault Tour

The Federal Reserve Bank of New York offers guided tours to school groups and the general public. Visitors will learn about the roles and responsibilities of the Federal Reserve.

Make Your Reservation

Reservations	At this time, we are only offering Museum and Gold Vault tours through February 2019. Please check back on a periodic basis for updates regarding the tour schedule and availability. If you have an existing tour reservation and have completed the reservation process, we look forward to welcoming you. If you have questions about your scheduled visit, please email frbnytours@ny.frb.org. General Public manage your reservation Schools MANAGE YOUR RESERVATION
General Public	Tour Schedule Monday to Friday, 1:00 pm and 2:00 pm, except Bank Holidays. Subject to change.
Schools	Tour Schedule Monday to Friday, 10:00 am and 11:00 am, except Bank Holidays. Subject to change.
Tour capacity	25 visitors (maximum)
Cost	Free
Requirements	Printed tickets are required for entry. To allow time to pass through a security screening, visitors should arrive 30 minutes early. Visitors age 16 and older must present a valid, government-issued ID with photo, such as a driver's license or passport. The name on the ID must match the name printed on the ticket. Photography is not allowed. Visitors must enter at 44 Maiden Lane. Tours are free and are 1 hour in duration. Tours begin promptly on the hour. Late arrivals will not be accepted. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Please limit the bags and belongings you bring to the museum. Storage is not available. The building is wheelchair accessible. We do not provide wheelchairs for use during visits. Please note: No strollers are allowed.

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The New York Fed and the Federal Reserve System Guided Tour

Museum & Gold Vault Tour: High School Lesson Plan

Learn about the role of the New York Fed and the Federal Reserve System in setting monetary policy, promoting financial stability, and serving communities to advance economic growth.

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Facts About the New York Fed's Gold Vault

Gold custody is one of several financial services the Federal Reserve Bank of New York provides to central banks, governments and official international organizations on behalf of the Federal Reserve System. Learn about the New York Fed's gold vault.

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New York Fed

Find out how to get to the New York Fed by subway, train, bus and car. Once here, visitors must enter the building at 44 Maiden Lane and undergo security screening upon arrival.