Plan Your Visit
Getting to the Arts Center
The Arts Center is conveniently located on Governors Island and accessible by a short eight-minute ferry ride from Lower Manhattan to Governors Island, and a one-minute walk from Soissons Landing ferry pier. The Arts Center is located at 110 Andes Road, New York, NY 10004.
From Manhattan: The Arts Center is accessible by ferries to Governors Island departing to and from Lower Manhattan. Ferries operated by the Trust for Governors Island run daily from the Battery Maritime Building, located at 10 South Street in Lower Manhattan. Our building is located to the right of Soissons Landing.
From Brooklyn: NYC Ferry serves Governors Island daily on the South Brooklyn route, with stops at Sunset Park, Red Hook, Yankee Pier on Governors Island, Atlantic Ave/Brooklyn Bridge Park-Pier 6, Wall Street/Pier 11, DUMBO/Fulton Ferry and Corlears Hook on the Lower East Side.
Tickets must be purchased in advance of boarding and are $2.75 each way or by free transfer from any other NYC Ferry route, plus $1.00 for a bike. Click here for the South Brooklyn Route Schedule.
For complete ferry schedules and directions to ferry terminals, visit the Governors Island website. Ferry tickets must be reserved in advance. All ferries are wheelchair-accessible.
Our building is accessible on the first floor entrance located next to Soissons Landing. Second floor access is available via the elevator on the first floor.
Facilities
Accessible restroom facilities and an elevator are located on the first floor.
Service Animals
Service animals are permitted in the cafe, galleries and artist studios.
For Visitors with Low Vision
The visitor guide is available in large print. Please ask a Visitor Engagement staff member if you would like to receive a copy.
LMCC Visitor Engagement staff are available on site to answer any additional questions about accessibility.
Getting to Governors Island
All ferries going to and from Governors Island, as well as the grounds of the island itself, are accessible for all. For more information about transportation to Governors Island, visit the Trust for Governors Island website.
For further information about accessibility needs, or to let us know how we can provide a welcoming experience, please contact us at 212-219-9401 or email us at info@lmcc.net.
At this time, LMCC spaces are mask-optional.
To request an accommodation based on a medical condition or disability, please email Kelsi Ford at kford@lmcc.net prior to your visit.
Facilities
Restrooms and water fountains are located on both floors of The Arts Center. All restrooms are accessible. Visitors may choose facilities consistent with their gender identity or expression.
The Arts Center at Governors Island is welcome to all. We ask that children under 12 are accompanied by an adult at all times.
Bikes
Bikes are permitted on ferries. Please park your bikes in the racks located in front of the lower level entrance of the Arts Center.
Food and Drink
We ask that you please refrain from eating or drinking in the galleries. Water in sealed containers may be brought into the galleries. Food and drinks are permitted in the cafe.
Groups
For groups of 10 or more interested in visiting The Arts Center at Governors Island, please contact Kelsi Ford at info@lmcc.net.
Personal Belongings
LMCC is not responsible for missing belongings. There is no area for checked bags. Please plan your visit accordingly.
Photography
Non-flash, personal photography is welcomed in the Lower Level and Upper Level Galleries. Commercial and press photography requests should contact Elana Engelman-Lado at info@lmcc.net.
Please note that visitors may be filmed/photographed. By visiting The Arts Center you grant the LMCC full rights to use for promotional and archival purposes. Please inform the photographer or staff member if you do not wish to have your photo taken.
Strollers
Strollers are permitted in the cafe and studios. Stroller access may be limited in areas with fragile sculptural elements. Under these circumstances, strollers can be left at the exhibit entrance.
Service Animals
Service animals are permitted in the galleries, cafe, and studios.
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For general questions about The Arts Center at Governors Island, please contact us at info@lmcc.net or 212-219-9401.
For press inquiries, please contact Elana Engelman-Lado at elado@lmcc.net.