The Officers' Club

Take a Tour of "the Castle"Thought to have had its plans designed by General Robert E. Lee before the Civil War, the building was erected in the 1870s after the war. Located within Fort Totten Park, this historic building, sometimes known as "the Castle" served as an officers' club until the 1970s. An excellent example of Gothic Revival architecture, this building has survived the years in excellent condition.   Now headquarters for the Bayside Historical Society and listed on the State and National Registers of Historic Places, this building is home to the society's exhibits and archival collections. Exhibits are changed regularly and highlight different aspects of the area's culture and history. Visitors are welcome Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays for a small suggested donation of $3 per person.