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Remnants of Fort Wood

The excavated remains of Fort Wood, now the base of the Statue of Liberty, are visible after many years of being buried under landfill.
The entire original brick arch

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Historical/Interpretive Information/Exhibits

You are looking at the remains of a bomb-proof room, most likely built in the 1840's. The mortared brick vault enclosed this room, which was later converted for use as a guard room and then as a prison cell.

Statue Of Liberty National Monument

Last updated: February 19, 2021