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Beaux-Arts brick and limestone building with large arched windows and cupola-topped towers. Photo: NPS Photo

Ellis Island Part of Statue of Liberty National Monument

Part of Statue of Liberty National Monument · New Jersey, New York

Millions of Americans and people around the world have ancestors who came through Ellis Island.

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  • LocationNew York, NY
  • Entrance No fee listed
  • HoursDaily, 8:30AM - 5:30PM
  • Weather now75°F Overcast
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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.

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Great Hall has terra cotta-colored tile floor, a balcony, large arched windows, and vaulted ceiling
The Registry Room, also known as the Great Hall, is where millions of immigrants were inspected. They were required to pass both a medical and legal inspection before being allowed to enter the United States. — NPS Photo

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Brick and limestone building with maroon canopy leading to entrance.
Visitors to the museum today arrive by ferry, just like immigrants did a century ago. — NPS Photo

Facilities & Services

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  • Ellis Island Information Desk II

    Ellis Island Information Desk

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    The Ellis Island Information Desk provides general information, including the schedule of ranger-guided tours, special program, and film times. A ranger or volunteer is…

    Ellis Island Museum of Immigration, New York, NY (646) 356-2134 Directions

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    The Ellis Island Information Desk provides general information, including the schedule of ranger-guided tours, special program, and film times. A ranger or volunteer is available to answer questions and provide information about the Ellis Island Museum of Immigration and make recommendations for your visit. The park brochure, Passport To Your National Parks (R) cancellation stamp, and the ferry departure schedule are also located at the information desk.

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Hours

Daily, 8:30AM - 5:30PM · Park Hours

Hours details
  • Park HoursDaily, 8:30AM - 5:30PM

    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 4:00 PM.

    Monday8:30AM - 5:30PM
    Tuesday8:30AM - 5:30PM
    Wednesday8:30AM - 5:30PM
    Thursday8:30AM - 5:30PM
    Friday8:30AM - 5:30PM
    Saturday8:30AM - 5:30PM
    Sunday8:30AM - 5:30PM

Entrance fees

No entrance fees listed.

Weather

75°F
Overcast · feels like 75°
  • Today 76° 63°
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    19% rain
  • Tomorrow 86° 65°
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    64% rain
  • Saturday 74° 61°
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What to expect by season

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.

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Photos

  • Honey oak colored tall desk on tiled floor in Great Hall with arched windows and vaulted ceiling.
    Inspectors at Ellis Island would conduct the legal examination from behind desks like these a century ago. — NPS Photo
  • Artificially-expanded largely rectangular island with straight seawalls and large buildings.

Getting There

Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration, Statue of Liberty National Monument
New York, NY 10004

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.

Get directions NPS directions Official NPS site

Mailing address: Receiving Office, Jersey City, NJ 07305

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