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Historic New York: Prison Ship Martyrs' Monument

Sunday, July 6, 2025

11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Discover the history of this Brooklyn landmark that pays tribute to the 11,000 men, women, and children who died on British Prison Ships during the Revolutionary War.

Location

Fort Greene Park Visitor Center in Fort Greene Park 
Accessible
Brooklyn
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Cost

Free  

Registration

Registration not required.

Event Organizer

NYC Parks Urban Park Rangers

Contact Number

(646) 398-1479

Categories

History, Urban Park Rangers

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Contacts

Director of Fort Greene Park: (718) 722-3218