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Governors Island National MonumentThis collage of images featuring Castle Williams stonework and an aerial of Fort Jay highlights the artistic quality of fortifications.
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Governors Island National Monument
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The sandstone gatehouse of Fort Jay is prominently displayed on the cover of the Governors Island National Monument General Management Plan.

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The General Management Plan for Governors Island National Monument.

Governors Island General Management Plan and Environmental Impact Statement

The final General Management Plan was released on April 9, 2009 and is available electronically at http://parkplanning.nps.gov/gois.

 

 

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: May 11, 2009 at 12:28 EST