Accessible NYC

The Staten Island Ferry is one of the best ways to experience New York City, for able-bodied and disabled people alike. You get fabulous views of Manhattan’s skyline, the Statue of Liberty, and harbor traffic, the ride is smooth and accessible; and best of all, it’s free!

Reuters reported yesterday that the Statue of Liberty was evacuated after a sensor detected smoke coming from the elevator motor.  Lady Liberty was reopened an hour later as no smoke or heat was observed, and the sensor judged to be faulty.  Habitual elevator users familiar with faulty equipment were only slightly relieved!