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Ellis Island Part of Statue of Liberty National Monument
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Ellis Island Part of Statue of Liberty National Monument

Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration, Statue of Liberty National Monument

New York, NY

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Landmarks

About this place

Millions of Americans and people around the world have ancestors who came through Ellis Island. The Main Immigration Building was the epicenter of one of the greatest migrations in modern history. Today, Ellis Island is a memorial to all who pursued the American dream and have made this nation their adopted home.

Website

National Park Service information

Hours

Park Hours

Monday
8:30AM - 6:30PM
Tuesday
8:30AM - 6:30PM
Wednesday
8:30AM - 6:30PM
Thursday
8:30AM - 6:30PM
Friday
8:30AM - 6:30PM
Saturday
8:30AM - 6:30PM
Sunday
8:30AM - 6:30PM

Access to Liberty and Ellis Islands is by Statue City Cruises ferry only. For ferry departure times and ticketing information, visit http://www.statuecitycruises.com or call 1-877-LADY-TIX. The last entrance into the statue is at 5:00 PM.

Directions

Ellis Island is located in New York Harbor and can only be reached by ferry. Ferries are operated by Statue City Cruises and depart from The Battery in New York City or from Liberty State Park in Jersey City, NJ.

Official directions

Weather & Seasonal Notes

It is typically colder and more windy in New York Harbor than elsewhere in New York City. Winters are cold and damp. Spring and Fall can range from chilly to warm. Summers are warm to hot and humid.

Activities

FoodDiningPicnickingGuided ToursSelf-Guided Tours - WalkingJunior Ranger ProgramPark FilmMuseum ExhibitsShoppingBookstore and Park StoreGift Shop and Souvenirs

Courtesy of the National Park Service

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