New York’s Best-Kept Secret Island
Description
Pristine land, colonizers, confiscation, and confusion. It’s a tale as old as time.
But, thankfully, after changing hands, uses, and ownership multiple times, New York’s Governor's Island is finally returning to its roots as a little slice of paradise.
In today’s episode, Ginni shares the tale of a 172-acre oasis in New York City with a rich and storied history.
You’ll hear about its value to the Lenape people, and how the arrival of The Dutch West India Company changed everything in 1624. You’ll learn how the island transitioned through Dutch and English control, how it fared through World Wars, and its stint as a Coast Guard station. In 1995, it was finally returned to its original glory, now serving as a place to enjoy nature with family and friends.
What You’ll Learn:
- (0:34 ) The history of Governor’s Island
- (1:25 ) Playing “colonial ping pong” with Native land
- (3:25 ) Visiting New York’s best-kept secret
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