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Upper Image: Roof and inner courtyard of Castle Williams with Manhattan Skyline in background. Lower Image: scarp or wall and dry moat of Fort Jay
We will be operating on a winter schedule through mid-April. Check this page for updates and details

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Governors Island was one of the longest continually operated military bases in the country, operated for two centuries, by the U.S. Army and later the U.S. Coast Guard until its closure in 1996.

Guided Tours - Free:

Castle Wiliams will be open via guided tours only. The tentative schedule for tours is Wednesday thru Sunday at 10:30, 12:00, 2:00 & 3:00. Fort Jay will be closed for the winter. For Castle Williams tour times and reservations on a given day, click on the link below, and check Rec.gov
Governors Island National Monument, New York - Recreation.gov

If you have any questions please send us a note via our contact link on this web page. If you are on the island Wednesday thru Sunday and need a passport stamp, brochure, or junior ranger book, call us at 646-771-9728. If staff is available, we will do our best to get you what you need.






 

America's National Parks Gift Shop and Bookstore

Check with the Ranger on your visit, about access to the America's National Parks store

 

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Last updated: December 11, 2024

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10 South Street
New York, NY 10004-1921

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