Permits

Band performing at flagpole area

SPECIAL USE PERMITS

A special use permit is required for activities that provide a benefit to an individual, group, or organization rather than the public at large and/or those requiring some degree of management from the National Park Service to protect park resources and/or the public interest. Some examples of special events that require permits are non-competitive sporting events, public spectator attractions, festivals, concerts, ceremonies, and cultural programs.

First Amendment Activities

Freedom of speech, press, religion, and assembly are constitutional rights. However, the courts have recognized that activities associated with the exercise of these rights may be reasonably regulated to protect park resources. Therefore, all first amendment activities require special use permits and the NPS may regulate the time, place, and manner in which they are conducted. These types of events may include distribution and/or sale of printed matter, religious services, public demonstrations or assemblies, collecting signatures for petitions, etc.

Requests for Special Use Permits for activities relating to public assembly, commercial filming, and printed matter should be requested in writing.

Click here to download the General Use Permit Application.

Click here to download the Filming Permit Application. (Before submitting an application for a film permit, please call [phone], extension 107, to confirm the filming is something the park will allow.)

Please note: The $75.00 application fee is waived for those submitting requests for band, choir, or dance performances; certain ceremonies; and re-enlistments.

If you have any questions, please call [phone] and dial extension 107.

 

Official Requests in writing should be sent to:

Attn: Superintendent
National Park Service
Statue of Liberty National Monument
Liberty Island
New York, NY 10004