Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration

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Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration

Name: Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration
Address: Ellis Is, Jersey City, NJ 07305, Jersey City, NJ, US
Telephone: (832) 960-0009
Rating: 4.7

★★★★☆ 4.7 (6447 reviews)

📍 Ellis Is, Jersey City, NJ 07305

📞 (832) 960-0009

🌐 libertyellisfoundation.org/immigration-museum

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🕐 Hours

Monday	9:45 AM–4:45 PM
Tuesday	9:45 AM–4:45 PM
Wednesday	9:45 AM–4:45 PM
Thursday	9:45 AM–4:45 PM
Friday	9:45 AM–4:45 PM
Saturday	9:45 AM–4:45 PM
Sunday	9:45 AM–4:45 PM

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About Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration

Exhibits on US immigration history. Artifacts & passenger records tell the story of US immigration in a former processing station. Ellis Island processed millions of immigrants through its Great Hall, which features lofty ceilings and reverberating acoustics that transport visitors back to the early 1900s when families waited in line for admission and inspection. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,447 visitors.

Quick Facts

Type: National Museum of Immigration
Historical Significance: Ellis Island processed over 1 million immigrants in 1907, the busiest year
Key Exhibit: Registry Room (Great Hall), American Immigrant Wall of Honor
Notable Fact: Only 2% of arriving immigrants were excluded from entry
Membership: Membership programs available

💡 Did You Know?

🏛️Ellis Island processed millions of immigrants through its Great Hall, which features lofty ceilings and reverberating acoustics that transport visitors back to the early 1900s when families waited in line for admission and inspection
🏛️Despite its reputation as the 'Island of Tears,' historical records show that the vast majority of immigrants with proper documentation and good health were processed in just 3-5 hours and treated with courtesy and respect
⭐Ellis Island employed interpreters of all major languages during its peak immigration processing period, enabling communication with immigrants from diverse linguistic backgrounds
⭐The museum features the American Immigrant Wall of Honor and a Family History Center where visitors can search comprehensive immigration records and trace their own genealogy through ship manifests and personal documents
⭐The museum offers multilingual audio tours available to visitors from around the world, with an Oral History Project that captures personal stories of immigration experiences

💬 What Visitors Say

💡Start with the 30-minute introductory movie at the information desk to orient yourself before exploring the museum, then head upstairs to view the Great Hall and exhibits from above for the best perspective of the space.
💬Plan to spend at least 2-3 hours to fully experience the museum. Use the multilingual audio tour (available in all major languages) to understand the detailed stories and context of the immigrant experience.
💡Visit the Family History Center to search the Arrival Records Collection and trace your own family's immigration history—a deeply personal experience that adds emotional resonance to the visit.
💡Remember to leave time to enjoy the ferry ride itself from Battery Park, which offers spectacular views of the Statue of Liberty and Manhattan skyline—an integral part of the Ellis Island experience.
💬Note that some areas may be under renovation, but check the information desk for updates on which sections are accessible. The gift store is highly rated, so budget time for browsing.