Hart Island Tour (South Island)

Hart Island is the largest public cemetery in the country and has served New York City since 1869. Hart Island’s history is connected to many communities with important stories to tell. During the South Island Tour, Rangers will explore what Hart Island meant to the people who lived there, worked there, and were/are buried there. Walking the South Island includes discussion of an amusement park, military history, multiple pandemics, historic buildings and more. Join the Urban Park Rangers to hear their history and their voices.Participants are chosen by lottery. Lottery registration opens on Wednesday, October 14 and closes Thursday, October 15 at 11:59 p.m.Please Note:-You must register eac