Governors Island National Monument
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About Governors Island National Monument
From 1794 to 1966, the U.S. Army presence on Governors Island played a vital role in the social, political, and economic life of New York City.
The island then served as the headquarters of the U.S. Coast Guard from 1966 to 1996, continuing its legacy of national service.
Today, Governors Island has transformed into a destination for art, culture, and public programs.
Things To Do
Available Activities
Weather
During the summer public access season from May to September, the weather is typical of the mid-Atlantic region. Thunderstorms can come quickly with short downpours. There may be extended periods of heat or humidity that might last a week or more.
The island is generally a few degrees cooler than the city due to the fairly constant breeze.
Getting There
Governors Island is located in New York Harbor, 1/2 mile from the southern tip of Lower Manhattan and 400 yards west of the end of Brooklyn's Atlantic Avenue and Red Hook waterfront. It is accessible only via ferry. Ferry service from Manhattan is the main way to access the island.
The ferry departs from Battery Maritime Building at 10 South Street, at South and Whitehall Streets (next to the Staten Island ferry terminal). Check www.govisland.
com for ferry schedules.
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Fort Jay Winter
Fort Jay will be closed for the winter. It will re-open in April
Fort Jay
The Fort Jay court yard displays, magazine, and ravelin, are open in Summer, Wednesday through Sunday 10am until 4pm
Castle Williams winter
Castle Williams will be closed this winter and will re-open in the spring
Castle Williams
Castle Williams summer hours
