Governors Island National Monument - Things To Do (U.S. National Park Service)

The 2011 public access season on Governors Island has now concluded.Governors Island has now closed for the winter to public access. We will re-open to the general public in late May or early June of 2012. Check back here for an exact date when it becomes available. Guided access to the Island may be available in the month of November. See below for more information.

Airplanes and Archives: A Special Program

Join us for a 90 minute walking tour/museum activity that explores the history of aviation on Governors Island that allows you the rare chance to interact with a sampe from the Governors Island archives. You'll learn about the contributions of famous flyers such as Wilbur Wright and Ruth Law through newspaper clippings and photographs from the early 20th century. You'll also learn how to handle archival materials and even what to do to keep your own archive!

When: November 4, 11, 18

Time: 10 AM

Cost: Free

Reservations: Required please call us at 212-825-3045 Monday - Friday to make your reservation. Limited to 10 people.

Other opportunities may also be available. Please inquire when you call.

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Programming Information from the 2011 Season.

Ferry Schedule for the 2011 Season

Schedule of Events for the 2011 Season

Free Programs given by National Park Rangers or Volunteers:

Guided Experiences - National Park Service

Kids Programming - National Park Service

Additonal programs may be available as staffing permits. Please check with a Park Ranger or National Park Volunteer on the day of your visit.

For programs not hosted by the National Park Service, please contact The Trust for Governors Island directly, Monday-Friday, at 212-440-2200 or visit their web site www.govisland.com

Island Rules:

The following are not permitted on Governors Island: pets, alcohol, controlled substances, weapons or explosives.

Visitors are also not permitted to cook on Governors Island or swim in New York Harbor except by permit.

Limited leisure bicycling is permitted only on designated paths and in designated areas of the Island. All bicyclists shall cycle at their own risk and comply with all of The Trust's bicycle rules. Speed limits are enforced.

Biking is not permitted at Soissons Dock, Nolan Park or inside Fort Jay.

All visitors and packages are subject to search. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. The Trust and its agents reserve the right to deny access to the Island at their discretion.

Fishing is permitted on Governors Island in the designated area along the western promenade. Fishing is catch and release ONLY.

A Park Ranger describes the variety of programs that are offered during the summer season on Governors Island.

Daniel C. Krebs

Ask a Park Ranger about the special programs and activities offered on Governors Island.

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