Detail of stereoscope view of Blackwell's Island Penitentiary

The Roosevelt Island Historical Society has many images of and relating to the history and development of Roosevelt Island. Our book, Images of America: Roosevelt Island, has many beautiful and interesting photos from our archives. Visit this page for information to order our book –all proceeds benefit the Roosevelt Island Historical Society.

We are currently adding more recent photos to our Flickr stream. The Flickr stream currently contains photographs from RIHS events, activities on the island, island scenes, and more. View the Roosevelt Island Historical Society's Flickr stream.

We invite you to explore our Image Sets on Flickr:

Magnolia Tour & Cherry Tree Tour 

Tom Otterness

Harper's Magazine – Roosevelt Island Images that appeared in Harper's Magazine 

Trolley Kiosk Visitor Center moves to Roosevelt Island 

Check back often for more!