Governor's Island, NY Colonel's Row
These officers' quarters are from 1890s standardized plans. If there was an Army post that got new officers' quarters at the end of the 19th century these would be it. These were constructed on the south side of the island and had a great view of Upper New York Harbor and Staten Island until the island was expanded with fill from the Lexington Avenue subway construction. With World War I their view would have been wood temporary buildings, and then in 1929 the huge Liggett Hall was constructed.
The northern half of Governor's Island is a National Register historic district #85002435. It's also a National Historic Landmark. The National Park Service runs Castle Williams and Fort Jay as a National Monument. The rest of Governor's Island is administered by the Governors Island Preservation and Education Corporation. The island is required by law to have no housing (which is a shame - I think the Presidio model works very well).
The island is open to visitors only on the weekends from spring through fall. If you're ever in New York City, I would highly recommend taking the free ferry over to the island and explore. You can even rent a bike on the island.
Governor's Island, NY Colonel's Row
These officers' quarters are from 1890s standardized plans. If there was an Army post that got new officers' quarters at the end of the 19th century these would be it. These were constructed on the south side of the island and had a great view of Upper New York Harbor and Staten Island until the island was expanded with fill from the Lexington Avenue subway construction. With World War I their view would have been wood temporary buildings, and then in 1929 the huge Liggett Hall was constructed.
The northern half of Governor's Island is a National Register historic district #85002435. It's also a National Historic Landmark. The National Park Service runs Castle Williams and Fort Jay as a National Monument. The rest of Governor's Island is administered by the Governors Island Preservation and Education Corporation. The island is required by law to have no housing (which is a shame - I think the Presidio model works very well).
The island is open to visitors only on the weekends from spring through fall. If you're ever in New York City, I would highly recommend taking the free ferry over to the island and explore. You can even rent a bike on the island.