While there’s no shortage of fun things to do in NYC with kids, true New Yorkers know the hidden gems, and Governors Island is one of the biggest jewels in our crown. Tucked away in New York Harbor, ...

Yesterday, the public park dropped its current lineup of programming, showcasing a range of cultural offerings, immersive ...

“I feel like every visit is a surprise,” says Clare Newman, president and CEO of the Trust for Governors Island. “In just an eight-minute ferry ride,” she says, “you feel like you’ve ...

Pack a picnic, wear sunblock and catch the ferry to enjoy all the things to do on Governors Island this summer. We've created and tested out a 24-hour itinerary for those who want to spend a full ...

The feds are jump-starting New York City’s plan to electrify ferry service to Governors Island by awarding the city Transportation Department $7.5 million to build electric charging infrastructure.

Seasonal ferry service from Brooklyn to Governors Island will continue running until October after it received $250,000 in state funding, state Sen. Andrew Gounardes and the Trust for Governors Island ...

The new operator would open in 2026 at the outdoor waterfront venue, which can hold up to 600 diners at the foot of Governors Island’s ferry terminal. Applicants are also encouraged to propose ...

The battery assist will allow the new ferry to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by approximately 600 tons annually, according to the mayor’s office. “Visiting Governors Island is a great way to ...

Mr. Begley is one of the lucky few people who consistently spend the night on Governors Island, a former military base that’s a short ferry ride from both Manhattan and Brooklyn. Image ...