Perhaps the most notable emblem of freedom and new life for many immigrants that have arrived in New York City, the Statue of Liberty National Monument is a spectacular 305 foot tall statue. Given to the United States as a gift from the French government, it represents the union and friendship between the two nations in 1886. Access is possible only by a short ferry ride. A pass will grant you access to the pedestal observation level, and admission to the Ellis Island Immigration Museum, which is another short ferry ride away. As of July 4, 2009 the crown has been re-opened for visitors, since 2001.
The Museum highlights include the State of Liberty Exhibit (tracing the history by recording of different media such as photos, prints, objects, videos and stories), The Torch Exhibit (it includes the original 1886 torch), and The "New Colossus" (the famous sonnet by Emma Lazarus in 1883, displayed in a bronze plaque).
Monument pedestal passes are available with purchase of tickets at
www.statecruises.comw or by calling 1.877.LADY TIX.
Information on visitor access to the Statue's Crown is available at
www.nps.gov/stli/index.htm
The Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
Liberty Island
New York, NY 10004
www.statueofliberty.org
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