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From the Executive Director

Governors Island | Online - Offshore

Dear Friends of Governors Island:

Maybe you came out for a tour of the historic district, and saw the wonderful frame houses in Nolan Park and the monumental stone forts.

Or it could have been a folk concert on Colonels Row, where you picnicked under a shady tree.

You might have been on your bicycle, cruising the car-free lanes along the waterfront and soaking up views of the Harbor and Lady Liberty.

People remember the first time they came to Governors Island. It's the thrill of discovering something new, and seeing New York in a new light. It's about knowing a place that is truly unique, and then sharing your experience with family and friends.

Bringing first-time visitors to the Island is something the Governors Island Alliance takes special pride in. Since 1996, the Alliance has sought to ensure that New Yorkers and our visitors have the opportunity to visit this wonderful place...

Continue reading the newest letter to the Alliance from Robert Pirani, Executive Director.