Experience
the gateway to
Staten Island
St. George is the gateway to Staten Island, a vibrant waterfront neighborhood where skyline views, history, arts, and community life come together. Visitors can experience powerful memorials, lively sports culture, maritime heritage, historic civic architecture, unique dining traditions, and live theater. Blending culture, storytelling, and harbor charm, the neighborhood offers an inspiring glimpse into one of New York City’s most dynamic and welcoming communities.
Postcards 9/11 Memorial
The Postcards 9/11 Memorial (Bank Street) in St. George is Staten Island’s official tribute to the borough residents who lost their lives in the September 11, 2001 attacks and the 1993 World Trade Center bombing. The memorial features two large wing-like envelopes that frame Lower Manhattan and the former site of the World Trade Center. These envelopes feature engraved “postcards” that bear the name and profile silhouette of the victims from Staten Island, creating a deeply personal and reflective space overlooking New York Harbor.
SIUH Community Park
SIUH Community Park (75 Richmond Terrace) is a modern waterfront sports and entertainment venue located along Staten Island’s North Shore. Opened in 2021, it serves as the home stadium for the Staten Island FerryHawks professional baseball team and hosts concerts, festivals, and community events throughout the year. With scenic views of New York Harbor and the Manhattan skyline, the ballpark blends professional sports with a relaxed waterfront atmosphere, making it a popular gathering place for locals and visitors alike.
National Lighthouse Museum
The National Lighthouse Museum (The Promenade at Lighthouse Point) celebrates the history and technology of America’s lighthouses and the keepers who maintained them. Located near the Staten Island Ferry terminal, the museum occupies a historic 19th-century lighthouse depot that once supplied lighthouses across the United States. Exhibits explore maritime navigation, lighthouse engineering, and coastal history, while the surrounding promenade offers beautiful harbor views and a glimpse into Staten Island’s maritime heritage.
Staten Island Borough Hall
Staten Island Borough Hall (10 Richmond Terrace) serves as the civic center of Staten Island and the official office of the Borough President. The historic building, completed in 1906, is an elegant example of Beaux-Arts architecture and stands prominently near the Staten Island Ferry terminal in St. George. Borough Hall hosts public meetings, community events, and cultural programs, and its surrounding plaza often serves as a gathering place for civic celebrations and local activities.
Enoteca Maria
Enoteca Maria (27 Hyatt Street) is a unique and internationally celebrated restaurant known for its concept of “Nonnas of the World.” Instead of traditional chefs, the kitchen is run by grandmothers from different countries who prepare authentic family recipes from their cultures. Founded by restaurateur Joe Scaravella, the restaurant began with Italian grandmothers and expanded to feature cooks from across the globe, offering diners an intimate culinary experience that feels like a home-cooked meal from around the world.
St. George Theatre
The St. George Theatre (35 Hyattt Street) is one of Staten Island’s most iconic cultural landmarks. Opened in 1929 as a grand movie palace and vaudeville theater, the venue is known for its ornate interior featuring sweeping staircases, chandeliers, and intricate architectural details. Today, the restored theater hosts concerts, comedy shows, film screenings, and community events, drawing nationally known performers as well as local audiences to the heart of the St. George.
