On Nov. 12, 1954, a main entry point into the United States was closed as immigration station, detention center.

Ellis Island straddles New York and New Jersey and commemorates the immigrant experience. Millions of American stories began at Ellis Island; by some estimates, 40% of people in the country today have ...

In 1965, Ellis Island became part of the Statue of Liberty National Monument, overseen by the National Park Service. Nearly thirty years later, in 1990, the Main Building was fully restored and ...

Statue City Cruises is the only authorized ticket seller for the Statue of Liberty National Monument and Ellis Island, according to the National Park Service. People can purchase tickets through ...

Discover the natural beauty of New York State's national parks. Explore monuments and trails, and immerse yourself in history ...

The Park Service described a typical day at the immigration station: “Immigrants came face to face with inspectors, interpreters, nurses, doctors, social workers, and many others. As a large federal ...

The pedestal stands at about half the height of the monument and offers panoramic views of New Jersey, New York City, the New York Harbor and Ellis Island. Travelers can also visit the Statue of ...

The ticket includes a round-trip ferry ride to Liberty Island from either New York or New Jersey, access to the grounds of the Statue of Liberty National Monument and the Ellis Island National ...

A popular off-Strip casino is undergoing a $35 million makeover. The multimillion-dollar project at Ellis Island will expand the gaming floor and include several additions to the property ...

From sea life to sunken ships: Discoveries on an expedition ship's submarine diveAfter Seabourn located a long-sunken WWI-era ship in Chile, I'm reminded how diving in an expedition ship's sub can ...

Here’s a list of the Best National Parks in NYC. Statue of Liberty National Monument Ellis Island National Museum of ...

In 1965, Ellis Island became part of the Statue of Liberty National Monument, overseen by the National Park Service. Nearly thirty years later, in 1990, the Main Building was fully restored and ...