Drop-In
Billion Oyster Project: Meet the Oysters
Billion Oyster Project
Governors Island, Manhattan
Fri, October 17th, 2025
11:00am — 4:30pm
Sat, October 18th, 2025
11:00am — 4:30pm
Sun, October 19th, 2025
11:00am — 4:30pm
Join the Billion Oyster Project at the organization's Public Exhibit House in Nolan Park, Governors Island to discover how their team is restoring 1 billion oysters to New York Harbor—with the help of 1 million people!
Step inside to explore interactive displays, a live oyster touch tank, hands-on activities for kids, and an art exhibit that highlights the connection between oysters, people, and the harbor. The project team will be on site to share how oysters play a vital role in New York Harbor—and how New Yorkers can get involved.
From lifelong New Yorkers to first-time visitors, this free, family-friendly experience offers a unique opportunity for everyone to connect with the natural world beneath the city’s surface and see how community-powered science is bringing the harbor back to life.
Family Programming: Family-friendly activities will include arts and crafts, corn hole games, a live oyster touch tank, and more.
Governors Island is accessible via the NYC Ferry (multiple routes) or the Governors Island Ferry departing from 10 South Street, Manhattan. A ticket is required to board the ferry. Ferry tickets may be purchased online at <https://www.govisland.com/plan-your-visit/ferry> or in-person at the ferry terminal kiosk.
Billion Oyster Project's house on Nolan Park is not wheelchair accessible. Governors Island has uneven terrain, which may not be suitable for wheelchairs or individuals with mobility limitations.
Activities are recommended for children ages 5+.
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Nolan Park
New York, NY, 10004



