Governors Island National Monument (U.S. National Park Service)

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A Silent Sentinel in New York Harbor

For more than two centuries, the military communities on Governors Island were woven into the intricate social, political and economic tapestry that is New York City. From 1776-1996, Governors Island stood as a silent sentinel in New York Harbor, and provided protection of the ideals represented by the Statue of Liberty across the Bay. We invite you to explore the Island's history as it evolved from colonial outpost to regional administrative center for the U.S. Army and Coast Guard.

National Park Rangers and volunteers provide programs about Governors Island and its history.

Visit Governors Island National Monument Until October 12, 2008

There is still time to visit Governors Island before we close for the season. Experience the island in the fall on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays until October 12, 2008.

Click here for information on guided programs.

Visit here for a re-cap of our Summer Special Events at Governors Island National Monument.

Click here for a re-cap of our Summer Season 2008 National Park Service lecture series.

Special Programs on Saturdays

National Park VIPs (Volunteer-In-Park) provide unique opportunities to explore an aspect of the Governors Island story.

Click here to learn more.

These programs are based upon volunteer availability. Please check with a National Park Ranger the Saturday of your visit.

During the open season, your visit to Governors Island will begin with an eight minute ferry ride on The Coursen.

For additional activities and information, please click on the links below.

Our partners also plan exciting and family-friendly activities during the open season. Click on the links below for more information.

The Governors Island Preservation and Education Corporation (GIPEC)

The Governors Island Alliance

General Management Plan

The public comment period for the Draft General Management Plan (GMP) and Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for Governors Island National Monument ended on March 18, 2008.

For more information, click here.

Write to

Governors Island National Monument
10 South Street - Slip 7
New York, NY 10004-1900

E-mail Us

Phone

Visitor Information
(212) 825-3045

Media Relations
(212) 668-2251

Fax

(212) 825-3055

Climate

New York enjoys four distinct seasons and the weather is known to be highly variable. During our open Summer Season, you can experience days that can be pleasant or hot and humid with a chance of thunderstorms. Please check the daily forecast before your visit.
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