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Governors Island's Landmark Buildings
Governor's House is one of Governors Island's Landmark Buildings.

1. Governor's House

New York, NY
Monument · Governors Island · 1 tip

Landmarks Preservation CommissionLandmarks Preservation Commission: This Georgian style building served as the Island’s main guardhouse and later the residence of the army’s post commander. It was named a City landmark in 1967.

Castle Williams is one of Governors Island's Landmark Buildings.

2. Castle Williams

7.5
Governors Is, New York, NY
Castle · Governors Island · 9 tips and reviews

Landmarks Preservation CommissionLandmarks Preservation Commission: Designed by Lieutenant Colonel Jonathan Williams it was constructed of sandstone with walls measuring 8 feet thick at the base. The castle was designated a City landmark in 1967.

Fort Jay is one of Governors Island's Landmark Buildings.

3. Fort Jay

7.8
Governors Island, New York, NY
Monument · Governors Island · 7 tips and reviews

Landmarks Preservation CommissionLandmarks Preservation Commission: Designed by Lieutenant Colonel Jonathan Williams and built in 1806. The star-shaped walls of the fort were inspired by those built by the French military. It was designated a City landmark in 1967.

Commanding Officer's Quarters is one of Governors Island's Landmark Buildings.

4. Commanding Officer's Quarters

Governors Island, NY
Historic and Protected Site · 3 tips and reviews

Landmarks Preservation CommissionLandmarks Preservation Commission: Completed in 1843 by Martin Thompson, this Greek Revival building served as the home of the Island’s Co. from the time of its construction until 1996. It was named a City landmark in 1967.