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.
Did You Know?
In the line of fire! Cannon at Castle Williams of Governors Island National Monument face Battery Park in Lower Manhattan... and continually surprise commuters on the Staten Island ferry! Governors Island is one of 23 unique destinations within the National Parks of New York Harbor.
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