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Governors Island National MonumentThe Civil War era Rodman gun cannon sits atop the parapet at Fort Jay.
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Governors Island National Monument
Birds
 
Barn Owls at Fort Jay

NPS Photo Credit - Edward Lorenzini

Barn Owls sighted at Fort Jay - December, 2007

Governors Island National Monument is an excellent place for birders. In addition to the traditional "backyard birds," you may be treated to a sighting of a red-tail hawk, killdeer, kestrel or barn owl.

National Park VIP (Volunteer-In-Park) Annie Barry provided detailed journal accounts of her on-island birding expeditions. Click on the links below to begin your "virtual" birding experience. 

Birding on Governors Island with Annie Barry - June, 2008

Birding on Governors Island with Annie Barry - August, 2008

NYC draft riots  

Did You Know?
During the New York City draft riots, 80 civilian employees defended Governors Island from being taken over by rioters.

Last Updated: October 23, 2008 at 16:57 EST