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Ellis Island is not a park, but a national historical site. Millions of immigrants came through it's doors from Europe so they could make a new life in the US. It is worth a visit.
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What agency is in charge of Ellis Island today?
national park service
How far is Ellis Island from New York City?
The journey from Battery Park in New York City to Ellis Island is about 20 minutes by ferry.
Ellis Island is still used as an immigration station?
It is now a historical national park and a museum.
Who is the Ellis of Ellis island?
The Ellis of Ellis Island was named after Ruby Ellis who was the first immigrant from Russia.
How can I tour the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island in New York?
I assume you are asking about how to go to Lady Liberty and Ellis Island. There are tours you can buy at Battery Park and board the boats going to both sites.
What is a famous place in new york?
Broadway, Times Square, Central Park, Central Park Zoo, The Statue of Liberty, The Empire State Building, Ellis Island, and Liberty Island.
When did Ellis Island become a park?
In 1965, president Johnson issued a proclomation that gave the island to the National Parks Service, but it has only been giving tours to the public since 1976. http://www.history.com/content/ellis-island/timeline
What is special about Ellis Island?
What is special about Ellis Island?
How did immigrant get to Ellis Island?
Immigrants got to Ellis island by boat
How was Ellis Island created?
Ellis island started out as just an empty place in New York City and was made into Ellis island
Quotes from immigrants entering Ellis Island?
ellis island
When did Ellis island start?
Ellis Island was founded in 1892
