Castle Clinton National Monument

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Castle Clinton stands where New York City began.Photo: NPS Photo/Laura Brennan

Located at the southern tip of Manhattan, Castle Clinton marks the place where New York City began and reflects the growth of both the city and the nation. Built to defend the harbor during the War of 1812, it has since welcomed theatergoers, immigrants, and sightseers—and today continues to greet millions of visitors to New York Harbor.

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  • A woman wearing a National Park Service uniform and glasses.
    National Park Service Selects Amy Sebring to Lead Manhattan Sites

    The National Park Service has selected Amy Sebring as the next superintendent of Manhattan Sites, a collection of nine national parks related to the American journey. Sebring has served as the acting superintendent since the beginning of February and succeeds long time superintendent Shirley McKinney, who retired at the start of the year.

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