Governors Island in Manhattan in New York County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
The Governors House
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, September 10, 2011
1. The Governors House Marker
Was used for many years as the home of
the Provincial Governors of New York
On this island was organized on
December 25, 1757
the Loyal American Regiment 60th Foot
commanded by
Lord Jeffrey Amherst
This Regiment subsequently became the present King’s Royal Rifle Corps of the British Army.
Erected 1951 by The Society of Colonial Wars in the State of New York.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Colonial Era • Notable Buildings. A significant historical month for this entry is December 1868.
Location. 40° 41.451′ N, 74° 0.793′ W. Marker is in Manhattan, New York, in New York County. It is on Governors Island. Marker is on Anders Road, on the left when traveling west. Marker is located on Building 2 on Governors Island. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: New York NY 10004, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. A different marker also named The Governor’s House (here, next to this marker); a different marker also named The Governor’s House (a few steps from this marker); The Dutch and Governors Island (a few steps from this marker); Barry Road (within shouting distance of this marker); Nolan Park Stabilization
this page online
Also see . . .
1. History of Governors Island. The Trust for Governors Island website. (Submitted on September 11, 2011, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey.)
2. Governors Island National Monument. National Park Service website. (Submitted on September 11, 2011, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey.)
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, September 10, 2011
2. The Governors House Marker
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, September 10, 2011
3. The Governors House Marker
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, September 10, 2011
4. The Governors House on Governors Island
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, September 10, 2011
5. Additional Marker on the The Governors House
Coast Guard Support Center
Credits. This page was last revised on February 13, 2024. It was originally submitted on September 11, 2011, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. This page has been viewed 376 times since then and 9 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on September 11, 2011, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey.
