Ellis Island National Monument
Welcome to Ellis Island
Welcome to the Statue of Liberty National Monument and Ellis Island.
The Statue of Liberty was presented by the people of France to the people of the United States in 1886 to honor the friendship between the two nations. Today, it is recognized as a symbol of liberty through-out the world.
It was established as a national monument in 1924 and placed under the manage-ment of the National Park Service (NPS) in 1933. It underwent an extensive $86 million renovation, just in time for the statue's 100th birthday in 1986. Millions of people visit the statue each year.
Ellis Island was the gateway through which more than 12 million immigrants passed between 1892 and 1954 in their search for freedom of speech and religion, and for economic opportunity in the United States. Because of its unique historical importance, it was declared part of the Statue of Liberty National Monument in 1965. After a six-year, $170 million renovation, overseen by the NPS and funded through the efforts of The Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Foundation, it reopened to the public as a museum in 1990.
For 85 years, the NPS has endeavored to preserve America's parklands for generations to come. The NPS and concessioner ARAMARK work to provide everything you may need for a memorable visit.
This American Park Network guide to Ellis Island and Statue of Liberty is pro-vided by ARAMARK to enhance your appreciation and enjoyment of the monuments. It has been made possible by the support of the sponsors whose messages appear inside.
Ellis Island In Depth
News from the Parks
If It Wasn't a Cougar, What Was It?
October 7, 2008 - 4:05pm
It's a wildlife whodunit. Is there a wild cougar roaming rural Jackson County, attacking livestock and spooking residents? Or is it just imaginations running wild?
October 7, 2008 - 4:05pm
It's a wildlife whodunit. Is there a wild cougar roaming rural Jackson County, attacking livestock and spooking residents? Or is it just imaginations running wild?
Shenandoah Park Making Personal Connections
October 7, 2008 - 4:01pm
A new project at Shenandoah National Park involves creating podcasts that will range from virtual hikes to features on flora, fauna and history. Another is the offering of hand-held "GPS Ranger" view screens that will not only guide visitors along park hikes, but display video clips as they reach spots along the way.
October 7, 2008 - 4:01pm
A new project at Shenandoah National Park involves creating podcasts that will range from virtual hikes to features on flora, fauna and history. Another is the offering of hand-held "GPS Ranger" view screens that will not only guide visitors along park hikes, but display video clips as they reach spots along the way.
Road Trip Reveals Wonder of the West
October 7, 2008 - 3:56pm
For each of the recent past four years, as the temperatures begin to drop overnight, my wife, Judy, and I get the urge to visit the mountains of Colorado. About two weeks ago we put some warm clothing in the Blazer and headed west.
October 7, 2008 - 3:56pm
For each of the recent past four years, as the temperatures begin to drop overnight, my wife, Judy, and I get the urge to visit the mountains of Colorado. About two weeks ago we put some warm clothing in the Blazer and headed west.
Crews Rescue Injured Hiker in Acadia National Park
October 7, 2008 - 3:41pm
Park rangers received the call at about 5 p.m. reporting an injured hiker on the West Face Trail that runs from Bubble Pond to the summit of Cadillac. The trail is rugged and steep and can be treacherous, according to Ranger Richard Rechholtz.
October 7, 2008 - 3:41pm
Park rangers received the call at about 5 p.m. reporting an injured hiker on the West Face Trail that runs from Bubble Pond to the summit of Cadillac. The trail is rugged and steep and can be treacherous, according to Ranger Richard Rechholtz.
Officials Weigh Benefits, Costs of Forest Fires
October 7, 2008 - 3:37pm
When officials decided not to stop the Tehipite fire east of Fresno, they got three big payoffs -- a cheaper fire to manage, reduced risk for firefighters and cleanup of dangerously overgrown forest. But this fire -- which has burned 11,000 acres since mid-July -- worries the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District. Officials fear smoke and ozone-creating gases might harm air quality.
October 7, 2008 - 3:37pm
When officials decided not to stop the Tehipite fire east of Fresno, they got three big payoffs -- a cheaper fire to manage, reduced risk for firefighters and cleanup of dangerously overgrown forest. But this fire -- which has burned 11,000 acres since mid-July -- worries the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District. Officials fear smoke and ozone-creating gases might harm air quality.
