Gateway National Recreation Area | POST EXCHANGE AT FORT HANCOCK

Post Exchange at Fort Hancock, Gateway National Recreation Area

Post Exchange at Fort Hancock, Gateway National Recreation Area


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FORT HANCOCK WALKING TOUR

Tour Stop 8: Post Exchange

Building Number 70
Construction Date: 1909

The Post Exchange (PX), a military base’s shopping center, was originally a gymnasium with a bowling alley in the basement. It became the PX in 1941 when a new gym was built onto the existing YMCA building across the street. However, the bowling alley remained in operation.


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Last updated on December 31, 2024
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