Castle Williams

Castle Williams is undergoing some much needed preservation work. That work has reached a point where we may have to limit access to the Castle for the next cou...ple of days. The passport stamp will be available in fort Jay and we'll be running programs in Fort Jay Wednesday , Thursday and Friday. So come talk to the rangers in Fort Jay and rest assured the castle will be up and running soon, Thanks so much for your consideration and support. See more

The solar eclipse is tomorrow! Come to Governors Island and watch it with us. The peak of the eclipse happens between 1:23pm and 2:44pm EST. In New York City, there will be about 71% sun coverage, so you MUST wear approved eclipse glasses or make a viewer yourself at home to be able to see it without harming your eyes. It only takes a few seconds for permanent damage. Not only do we have plenty of glasses, but we also have special eclipse Junior Ranger books and badges! If you can't make it here, check your local National Park sites, libraries, and museums for viewing events.

Who said there's no such thing as a free lunch? Thanks, Oscar Mayer Wienermobile! Come back soon!

We saw a painting a few months ago that shows Castle Williams probably after the Civil War. What really caught our eye was the barge with canvas awning, ferryin...g soldiers from the Battery to Governors Island. Yep, there is at least 8 dudes a-rowing... Could be an idea for supplemental ferry service to Red Hook - cooperative community rowing.

Natasha Soto interned at Governors Island National Monument