• Historic Image of New York Harbor

    National Parks of New York Harbor

    New York

National Parks at Your Doorstep!

You may be surprised to learn that there are 10 National Parks with 22 unique destinations in New York City and northern New Jersey. The National Parks of New York Harbor includes nearly 27,000 acres and welcomes more than 12 million visitors each year.

The parks offer year-round programs, recreational opportunities, natural habitats, historic buildings and museum collections.

Features

  • Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site

    The Childhood of a Renowned President

    The only U.S. president born in New York City, Theodore Roosevelt was raised at 28 E. 20th St., which set the stage for his remarkable life.

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  • General Grant National Memorial, commonly known as Grant's Tomb

    Paying respect to the Defender of the Union

    General Grant National Memorial is not only the final resting place of Gen. Ulysses S. Grant but a memorial to his life & accomplishments.

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  • Statue of George Washington in front of Federal Hall National Memorial

    Discover the Birthplace of American Government

    The first Capitol of the United States was in New York City at 26 Wall St. Learn about how the site's history shaped our government's development.

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  • The outdoor memorial at African Burial Ground National Monument

    A Sacred Space in Manhattan

    This 17th-century African Burial Ground in Lower Manhattan was lost to history as a result of development but was rediscovered in 1991.

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  • Hamilton Grange National Memorial is an example of the Federalist style.

    Home Tells Story of Hamilton's Life

    Hamilton Grange, Alexander Hamilton's 'sweet project,' explores the life and legacy of this complicated and charismatic Founding Father.

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  • St. Paul's Church National Historic Site

    Church Preserves Important Chapter in U.S. History

    St. Paul's Church helps tell the story of the development of colonial society & the road to the American Revolution.

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Did You Know?

Castle Williams was part of a harbor-wide network of fortifications built or reinforced around the time of the War of 1812

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. More...