Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration

Search passenger records and explore personal artifacts at the historic gateway where millions first arrived.

  • Mon – Sun, 09:45 – 16:45
  • Requires a Statue City Cruises ferry ticket to visit Ellis Island. An additional fee applies for the Hard Hat tour.
  • Ellis Island
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Description

The former processing station showcases how twelve million people were processed between 1892 and 1954. The presentation relies on detailed reading, as the exhibits are text-heavy rather than visual. Along with these historical accounts, the site features the American Immigrant Wall of Honor. Keep in mind the historic building is currently undergoing major refurbishment with several wing closures, meaning construction is ongoing and some galleries are temporarily inaccessible.

Good to know

Starts closing at 4:30