Alice Austen Park
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Buono Beach
Matthew “Giggy” Buono (1942-1968) was the 39th Staten Islander to be killed in the Vietnam War. A graduate of New Dorp High School, Buono lived with his wife… Read More
Horseshoe Crabs in New York City Parks - Buono Beach
Every May and June, horseshoe crabs emerge from the Narrows onto Buono Beach near Alice Austen Park. Female horseshoe crabs arrive on the beach to lay their eggs, with… Read More
Shellfish in New York City - Alice Austen House & Park
Alice Austen House and Park rests on Northern Staten Island overlooking New York Harbor. At one time, the waters of this area were filled with boats attempting to harvest… Read More
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