A vast majority of Americans are descendants of brave immigrants who set out from their native lands in pursuit of a fresh start for themselves and their families. From 1892 until 1954, 12 million immigrants had their first glance of America by way of Ellis Island.
The Ellis Island Immigration Museum in New York tells the story of these courageous travelers. The descendants of the people who passed through Ellis Island’s golden door account for half of the U.S. population, and this museum gives those folks an opportunity to come learn more of their ancestors’ stories.
On your next NY vacation, rent a car from Edge Auto Rental and visit the Ellis Island Immigration Museum. Don’t miss out on your chance to learn about your own family’s history.
There are several in-depth exhibits that give visitors the opportunity to research their own family’s arrival to America, or to learn some of the stories of other brave souls who made the arduous journey.
The American Immigrant Wall of Honor® is a moving structure comprised of over 70,000 names of immigrants. Facing the Statue of Liberty and the New York City skyline, this site is comprised of beautiful scenery that coincides with the beautiful sentiment of honoring our country’s immigrant roots.
For those with a strict schedule, a 45-minute audio tour is available. On this tour, visitors get the chance to experience Ellis Island as a brand new American immigrant would have when this site was still in operation. The tour comes in 9 different languages and there is even a version for kids.
The American Flag of Faces™ is an extremely unique feature of this museum that blends New York’s historical significance with modern technology. This animated version of Old Glory allows descendants and new immigrants alike to submit pictures of their families, ancestors, and themselves to add to the digital amalgamation that makes up the red, white, and blue flag. You can submit your photos to be added on their patriotic collage.
The Ellis Island Immigration Museum is the perfect way to celebrate and honor those who came before us. Without these immigrants, we wouldn’t have such a diverse country. When you next visit New York, pile your family into your car rental Edge Auto Rental and take them to experience one of America’s most treasured landmarks.
Ellis Island is currently closed due to damage caused by Hurricane Sandy but will reopen July 4th, 2013. It’s the perfect time to plan a trip to this important landmark for an Independence Day celebration.
To help you get around the city and see all the sights, reserve a car rental, van rental, or SUV rental from Edge Auto Rental. Contact us at 212-947-3343 to rent a car today!
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