Roosevelt Island Lighthouse
Astoria
Escape Manhattan's chaos at this 1872 neo-Gothic lighthouse, built from island stone by inmates and surrounded by peaceful parkland. The recently restored 50-foot spire anchors Lighthouse Park, where Amanda Matthews' bronze sculpture installation honoring Nellie Bly adds unexpected art to your waterfront stroll.
Historic 1872 landmark
Neo-Gothic stone spire
Peaceful waterfront park
Nellie Bly art installation
Tips
🌿"oasis of peace and calm" compared to Manhattan
🎨look for The Girl Puzzle bronze faces honoring Nellie Bly
🧺bring a picnic and enjoy the river views
Roosevelt Island Lighthouse
AstoriaOpen
Escape Manhattan's chaos at this 1872 neo-Gothic lighthouse, built from island stone by inmates and surrounded by peaceful parkland. The recently restored 50-foot spire anchors Lighthouse Park, where Amanda Matthews' bronze sculpture installation honoring Nellie Bly adds unexpected art to your waterfront stroll.
Historic 1872 landmark
Neo-Gothic stone spire
Peaceful waterfront park
Nellie Bly art installation
Tips
🌿"oasis of peace and calm" compared to Manhattan
🎨look for The Girl Puzzle bronze faces honoring Nellie Bly
🧺bring a picnic and enjoy the river views