About this app

Explore the rich history of Manhattan dating back to before the Revolutionary War by visiting the Manhattan & Governors Island National Parks though this official National Park Service App. Stand where George Washington took the oath of office, visit the home of Alexander Hamilton, walk around the historic forts of Governors Island, and discover the lost history of African Burial Ground and learn about this sacred space. These are just a few of the many stories waiting to be experienced through the app.

Includes the following National Park Service units:

- African Burial Ground National Monument
- Castle Clinton National Monument
- Federal Hall National Monument
- General Grant National Memorial
- Governors Island National Monument
- Hamilton Grange National Memorial
- Saint Paul’s Church National Historic Site
- Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site

# Features

Map - Official National Park Service map of Manhattan & Governors Island National Parks. The map covers Governors Island National Monument in New York Harbor, the six parks on Manhattan Island, and St. Paul’s Church National Historic Site in Mt. Vernon, north of the Bronx. The map is easy to use while outdoors and features large font sizes, illustrated walkways that are easily distinguishable from roads, MTA subway stop locations, and multiple zoom levels. By tapping the “Locate me” icon you will always know where you are.

Explore - Tap the “Explore” button to learn more about points of interest with lively text and photographs.

Tours - Discover rich natural and cultural resources with self-guided audio tours through Manhattan & Governors Island National Parks.

Special Events and Programs - Get up-to-date information from the National Park Service about what is happening at eight parks throughout Manhattan.

Postcard - With the tap of a button, share a digital postcard with friends and family.

Accessibility - Audio-described sites and alternative text for images, combined with iOS' built-in accessibility features, ensure that all can enjoy the Manhattan & Governors Island National Parks.

# Note

Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.

New features

Updated the base mapping source and other minor fixes.

App Permissions

Allows applications to open network sockets.
Allows an app to access precise location.
Allows an application to write to external storage.
Allows an application to read from external storage.
Allows applications to access information about networks.
Allows applications to access information about Wi-Fi networks.
Allows using PowerManager WakeLocks to keep processor from sleeping or screen from dimming.