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Arthur Kill Boat Graveyard

Open NowRossville· Staten Island1 hourspecialtyhistory

The Arthur Kill Ship Graveyard is one of the most haunting industrial sites in New York City — a tidal wetland along the Arthur Kill waterway on Staten Island's western shore where scores of abandoned barges, tugboats, and ferries have slowly decayed since the mid-20th century. A unique landscape of maritime history and urban ecology.

Permanent Collection

Not a formal museum — an outdoor site featuring dozens of abandoned vessels in various states of decay, accessible by kayak or from adjacent public areas.

Collection Highlights

19th and 20th-century wooden bargesRetired tugboats and ferriesTidal wetland bird habitatAtmospheric industrial ruin photography destination

Hours & Admission

Hours

Monday12am – 11:59pm
Tuesday12am – 11:59pm
Wednesday12am – 11:59pm
ThursdayToday12am – 11:59pm
Friday12am – 11:59pm
Saturday12am – 11:59pm
Sunday12am – 11:59pm

Outdoor site, viewable from waterway. Respect private property boundaries.

Admission

Free Admission

Publicly visible from shore. Private property — do not trespass. Best viewed by kayak or from the waterline.

Access & Getting There

Accessibility

  • Outdoor site on tidal marsh; uneven terrain

Amenities

🅿Parking

Getting There

Staten Island Ferry, then S74 bus toward Charleston

Plan Your Visit

Rossville, Staten Island, NY 10309

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