The Easiest Way To Get Away
Governors Island is a 172 acre island in the heart of New York Harbor. It’s only 800 yards from Lower Manhattan, and even
closer to Brooklyn. It is a world unto itself, unique and full of promise.
Highlights from the Harbor: Governors Island’s 2020 Year In Review
Governors Island’s 2020 Year in Review is now online! From welcoming New Yorkers from all five boroughs to working with our cultural partners to provide workspace to over 100 artists impacted by COVID-19, to advancing towards making the Island a vibrant, year-round destination, we’re thrilled to share highlights from this past year. Read our 2020 highlights from the harbor here.
Latest Blog Posts
Highlighting Our Partners Who Elevate Black Artists and Voices
February 26, 2021
Governors Island strives to be a cultural destination for all New Yorkers, bringing together partners, artists and voices that reflect the rich diversity of the City itself. Since the Island opened to the public, Black voices have led and contributed to the Island’s rich arts and cultural programs. In honor of Black History Month, we’re highlighting some of our arts and culture partner organizations that make it their mission to elevate the work and voices of Black artists...
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Welcome Governors Island's newest working dog, Leader!
February 18, 2021
Introducing the newest member of Governors Island’s team of working dogs, Leader!
Did you know that a pack of dedicated dogs works to keep Governors Island free of Canada geese year-round? Besides damaging the Island’s landscapes, the geese can be aggressive towards humans and their waste can lead to the spread of invasive species.
After trying many different methods of goose control, working dogs proved to be the most sustainable, humane, and adorable solution. Herding dogs like border...