Walking Tour
Walking TourA Scottish immigrant munitions dealer built this castle on a Hudson River island to store military surplus and dream of a peace museum. Today you can explore the atmospheric ruins, cultivated gardens, and hear tales of Revolutionary War defenses.
Historic island fortress
Guided heritage tour
Hudson River boat ride
Ruined Scottish castle
Tips
🚤30min boat ride each way, budget 3 hours total
🌺leave a garden donation to support the volunteers
🎭check schedule for occasional theatre performances on-island
History of Bannerman Island
Beacon
Walking TourWalking TourA Scottish immigrant munitions dealer built this castle on a Hudson River island to store military surplus and dream of a peace museum. Today you can explore the atmospheric ruins, cultivated gardens, and hear tales of Revolutionary War defenses.
Historic island fortress
Guided heritage tour
Hudson River boat ride
Ruined Scottish castle
Tips
🚤30min boat ride each way, budget 3 hours total
🌺leave a garden donation to support the volunteers
🎭check schedule for occasional theatre performances on-island
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