James Slip Ferry
Former ferry in Manhattan and Queens, New York
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The James Slip Ferry was a ferry route connecting Lower Manhattan and Long Island City, Queens, New York City, United States, joining James Slip (Manhattan) and Hunter's Point (Queens) across the East River.
| Locale | New York City |
|---|---|
| Waterway | East River |
| Transit type | Passenger ferry |
| Began operation | May 1861 |
| Ended operation | October 1, 1907 |
History
The ferry was established in or about May 1861, when the Long Island Rail Road was rerouted to Hunterspoint Avenue.[1] It was discontinued on October 1, 1907.[2]