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National Parks of New York HarborGeorge Washington was inaugurated on the site of today's Federal Hall, located across from the New York Stock Exchange on Wall Street
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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.
Jacob Riis Park in the Rockaway section of Queens is the perfect destination on a summer day  

Did You Know?
Ocean beaches are one of the many urban National Parks experiences available to visitors to the National Parks of New York Harbor. Sandy Hook in Monmouth County, New Jersey... Great Kills Park in Staten Island... and Breezy Point, Fort Tilden and Jacob Riis Park in the Rockaways section of Queens!
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Last Updated: July 25, 2006 at 00:31 EST