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The Governors Island Alliance is now seeking to hire a spring intern to assist managing the public outreach programs for the Island, planning this season’s programs and assisting in GIA advocacy efforts. Click ‘more’ to learn how to apply and … Continue reading →

There will be something different at every turn next summer – some closings, some new openings. It all relates to the improvements that are going to transform the Island from “special” to “spectacular.” In short, the Island will be a … Continue reading →

There will be a grand display of sails and sailing in the Harbor School Regatta on October 6 – four of the huge America’s Cup 12-meter boats, racing around the Island to benefit the school’s College Scholarship Fund. Winners Weatherly … Continue reading →

In the past 20 years, New York has added over 20,000 acres of parkland. There’s a new generation of design — Hudson River Park, the High Line, Brooklyn Bridge Park — as well as financing and administration. With budget cuts … Continue reading →

Dear Friend of Governors Island: It is time to celebrate another terrific year of moving forward for Governors Island and the Governors Island Alliance. Please consider a tax-deductible donation to the Governors Island Alliance so that we can help ensure … Continue reading →

Changes are afoot at the Governors Island Alliance. Liz Case, who has been the glue that holds us together for three years, has left the Island to make her way upriver to law school. She will enter the Pace University … Continue reading →

My name is Osman Pino. I am working with the Alliance this spring semester as an intern. For the past four years, I have been a student at the Harbor School, which opens on the Island this fall. Despite being … Continue reading →