Jazz Age Lawn Party
June 13 at 11am
The world's original Prohibition-era gathering returns for its 21st year, where flapper dresses, swing dancing, and Michael Arenella's Dreamland Orchestra take over Governors Island's shaded lawns.
Parks & Gardens
Parks & GardensColonels Row
Nolan Park
Wander through a row of stately 19th-century officers' quarters on Governors Island. These historic houses stand in quiet contrast to the Manhattan skyline across the water, offering a peaceful escape with harbor views.
Historic military housing
Quiet urban escape
Scenic waterfront views
Perfect for picnics
Tips
🕊️"Felt pretty free here, not going to lie"
⛺"surreal to camp amongst the empty houses"
Upcoming at Colonels Row
Saturday, Jun 13
Sunday, Jun 14
RU Workshop: Foraged Color—Making a Palette from Governors Island
June 14 at 2pm
Turn rocks, leaves, and seaweed into a custom paint palette. This hands-on workshop teaches you to forage Governors Island for natural color inspiration, then mix acrylics to match what you find: you'll leave with swatches and formulas you can recreate anytime.
Colonels Row
Nolan Park
Parks & GardensParks & GardensWander through a row of stately 19th-century officers' quarters on Governors Island. These historic houses stand in quiet contrast to the Manhattan skyline across the water, offering a peaceful escape with harbor views.
Historic military housing
Quiet urban escape
Scenic waterfront views
Perfect for picnics
Tips
🕊️"Felt pretty free here, not going to lie"
⛺"surreal to camp amongst the empty houses"
Upcoming at Colonels Row
Saturday, Jun 13
Sunday, Jun 14
RU Workshop: Foraged Color—Making a Palette from Governors Island
June 14 at 2pm
Turn rocks, leaves, and seaweed into a custom paint palette. This hands-on workshop teaches you to forage Governors Island for natural color inspiration, then mix acrylics to match what you find: you'll leave with swatches and formulas you can recreate anytime.