Governors Island National Monument

For more than two centuries, the military communities on Governors Island were woven into the intricate social, political and economic tapestry that is New York City. From 1776-1996, Governors Island stood as a silent sentinel in New York Harbor, and provided protection of the ideals represented by the Statue of Liberty across the Bay. Explore the Island's history as it evolved from colonial outpost to regional administrative center for the U.S. Army and Coast Guard.

Governors Island is a 10-minute ferry ride from Lower Manhattan. Cars are not permitted here. The Governors Island Ferry is located in the Battery Maritime Building, Slip # 7.

Driving Directions from Lower Manhattan
1. From the East Side of Manhattan: FDR south to Exit 1, the Battery Park/Staten Island ferry exit.
2. From the West Side of Manhattan: Take the West Side Highway/West Street to the FDR and exit at South Street as you emerge from the Battery Park Tunnel. From Midtown, take Broadway to its end in Lower Manhattan.