Ellis Island er en ø ved indsejlingen til Jersey City, USA, hvor man den 1. januar 1892 begyndte at modtage hvad der skulle blive til mere end 12 millioner indvandrere til USA. I dag er Ellis Island et museum.
Be warned. Whilst the waiting hall (pictured) is impressive, as is the view of Manhattan from the island, the exhibitions themselves are heavy on the reading. Go watch the presentation though.
This fascinating museum gives visitors a great insight into what life was like 100 years ago. Walk where your ancestors once walked and see if you can find your last name in the immigrant database!
Probably the best museum and tour we visited in New York. The quality of the audio guide is amazing and all the information and pieces available make you feel transported in time.
Worth the trip. Dress warm for the ferry ride. Great opportunity to take skyline pics on the ferry. The history is great but boring for small kids. Catch the movie, it is very moving.
My great grandparents came through here so it was amazing to be able to walk in their shoes. I loved this place for all of the history & you can look up your ancestors & find their records
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