Concetti Chiave
- Ellis Island served as the main entry point for 12 million immigrants entering the United States between 1892 and 1954.
- Many immigrants arrived from Europe, fleeing poverty, famine, unemployment, and persecution, with Ellis Island symbolizing hope and fear.
- Known as the "Island of Hope" and the "Island of Tears," Ellis Island was where immigrants underwent medical inspections and aptitude tests.
- Since 1990, Ellis Island houses the Immigration Museum, showcasing the immigrant experience through photos, oral histories, and artifacts.
- The museum's Learning Center educates school children about immigrant heritage, enhancing understanding of their cultural roots.
The past
At the entrance to New York Harbour, north of the Statue of Liberty, another monument is a symbol of the great traditions of freedom and opportunity in America: Ellis Island. Between 1892 and 1954 this small island was the Immigration Station, the gateway through which 12 million immigrants entered the New World. Today, more than 40% of all living Americans are descendants of the immigrants who came through Ellis Island. Immigrants came from all over Europe.
The present
Since September 1990 Ellis Island has become the home of the Immigration Museum. The Museum offers a very interesting view of the immigrants’ experience. There are numerous galleries filled with historic photos, posters and maps which are accompanied by oral histories and immigrant music. There’s also a collection of objects donated by descendants of the immigrants who brought these treasures from their homes to America. These objects include family photos, rare clothing and jewellery. Another very important section, the Learning Cente helps to teach school children about their immigrant heritage.
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