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National Parks of New York HarborThe cannon of Castle Williams on Governors Island face Manhattan and continually surprise the commuters on the Staten Island Ferry
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National Parks of New York Harbor
Frequently Asked Questions
 
 

Which of the National Parks of New York Harbor is the newest? The African Burial Ground was declared a National Monument on February 27, 2006.

 
Is there a way to experience a little bit of all of the parks included in the National Parks of New York Harbor? Yes, there is. The Gateway to America audiotour features commentary from several of our Rangers during a tour of New York Harbor.
Costumed interpretation is one of the public programs offered by the Lower East Side Tenement Museum  

Did You Know?
The award-winning Lower East Side Tenement Museum offers extensive on-site and community-based programs. The Tenement Museum is one of 23 unique destinations contained within the National Parks of New York Harbor.
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Last Updated: July 25, 2006 at 00:31 EST