Legacy within Trinity

Season 2 Episode 15

In this haunting episode of The Grim, host Kristin guides listeners through Trinity Churchyard in New York City, one of Manhattan’s oldest and most storied burial grounds. Beneath its Puritan headstones rest some of America’s most influential figures—including Alexander Hamilton, Eliza Hamilton, Angelica Schuyler, Robert Fulton, Albert Gallatin, John Peter Zenger, and the enigmatic James Leeson, whose cryptic gravestone continues to lure curious visitors.

As the gates of Trinity Churchyard close out the chaos of Wall Street, we step into a world where colonial history, Revolutionary-era legends, and centuries-old hauntings converge. Kristin explores the origins of the churchyard, the evolution of its grounds, and the powerful stories etched into its stone—a journey that reveals the humanity behind Hamilton’s towering legacy and the remarkable lives of those buried around him.

Listeners will hear the tales of innovators who reshaped early America, women whose voices echo across time, and restless spirits said to wander the cemetery at night. From ghostly sightings near Hamilton’s grave to the eerie symbols carved into Leeson’s mysterious marker, this episode blends history, folklore, and atmospheric storytelling in true Grim fashion.

Whether you're a fan of Hamilton: The Musical, a lover of haunted history, or a traveler seeking the most historic cemeteries in New York City, this episode invites you to walk through the shadows of Trinity Churchyard and uncover the stories that refuse to be forgotten.