FORT TOTTEN

BAYSIDE, NY

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Fort Totten is a historical site located in Bayside, New York. The fort was originally built during the Civil War as a part of the coastal defense system for New York City. It was named after General Joseph Gilbert Totten, the Chief of Engineers for the United States Army at the time.

The fort is situated on a peninsula in the East River, surrounded by water on three sides. It was used as a training camp during World War I and II, and later served as a missile defense site. Today, it is a public park and historical landmark, managed by the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation.

The fort includes several historic buildings, including the Fort Totten Officers' Club, which was built in 1878 and served as a social hub for the officers stationed at the fort. The fort also includes several military structures, such as batteries, barracks, and ammunition bunkers.

Fort Totten is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike, offering stunning views of the East River and the Manhattan skyline. The park includes picnic areas, hiking trails, and a waterfront promenade. The fort also hosts several events throughout the year, including historical reenactments, concerts, and art exhibitions.

FORT TOTTEN is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in BAYSIDE NY. US MID #8403600292

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mid-Atlantic (District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania).

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FORT TOTTEN
CROSS ISLAND PKWY
BAYSIDE
NY
11359

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FORT TOTTEN Information

MID # 8403600292
Name FORT TOTTEN
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Mid-Atlantic
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
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Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
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LAT/LONG 40.761477, -73.756061
CODES FIPS State Code: 36
FIPS County Code: 081
US Census Tract: 138502
US Census Block: 1025