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Governors Island National Monument The Civil War era Rodman gun cannon sits atop the parapet at Fort Jay.
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Governors Island National Monument
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Governors Island is now closed to general public access for the Summer 2011 season. No public access is permitted until the 2012 Summer season begins. No programs are being offered, and the information below is a reflection of the program offerings from the Summer 2011 season. For more information, please call us Monday-Friday at 212-825-3045.

Governors Island Social Networks - Learn how Governors Island has built a presence in online social networks, and find links that allow you to connect and interact with the park in new and exciting ways.

Castle Williams Gets a Facelift - A Downtown Express article about the current project underway at Castle Williams and the future use of this historic structure.

General Management Plan - The 2008 press release announcing the first completed draft of the Governors Island GMP.



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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: September 28, 2011 at 09:26 MST