Ellis Island, a site that holds importance for many American Immigrants, is an inspiring sight. It’s in New Jersey and New York and was once the busiest immigrant processing station in the U.S. This station is in the New York Harbor and offers views of the infamous Statue of Liberty, a sign of hope for many wanting to live in America. Today, visitors can tour both landmarks as a way to step back into history momentarily.

It symbolizes how far people would go to find a better life. Twelve million immigrants passed through between 1892 to 1954 for the opportunity to attain the American dream for themselves and their descendants.

Ellis Island er kendt af mange som "håbets ø" og er et vigtigt nationalt vartegn med stor betydning for USA's historie. Når de fleste mennesker hører navnet, opstår der billeder af Lady Liberty og både, der krydser ind i Amerika. Med en sådan bemærkelsesværdig indflydelse på USA's historie er det første spørgsmål, der synes at opstå i mange menneskers hoveder, "Hvordan kommer jeg til Ellis Island?"

Luckily, visiting the Liberty and Ellis Islands is easily done via ferry. Below are all the details you’ll need to visit these iconic locations deeply rooted in American history.

Statue City Cruises will guarantee access to the interior of the Statue of Liberty National Monument and is the ONLY authorized official provider of tickets to the Statue of Liberty National Monument and Ellis Island. With departures for New York from The Battery and New Jersey departures from Liberty State Park, enjoy the city’s scenic views on your round-trip ferry before disembarking on your tour.

How to Get to Ellis Island: A Look into Ellis Island’s History

Ellis Island initially opened in 1892 to be an immigration processing station. It served this purpose for about 60 years before shutting down in 1954. An impressive number of immigrants went through processing on Ellis Island. Interestingly, about 40% of the U.S. population can trace their roots back to at least one ancestor who entered the country through Ellis Island.

Many immigrants traveled to the U.S. hoping for a better life, hence the nickname “Island of Hope.” It is estimated that about 1,900 people traveled daily through Ellis Islands’ immigration station.

After passing the immigration process, many travelers made their homes in New York. This large number of immigrants likely helped increase New York’s diversity, making it one of the most diverse cities in the United States today.

Aktiviteter på Ellis Island

Ellis Island har mange attraktioner, lige fra Ellis Island Museums til den amerikanske immigrant Wall of Honor. Et besøg på Ellis Island er en unik og lærerig oplevelse, som bør stå på alles liste over oplevelser.

It is a striking and inspiring experience that symbolizes freedom and hope in incredible monuments and a testament to the human spirit.

Indvandringsmuseet Ellis Island

This Ellis Island National Museum is a living monument to the story of the American people. The museum documents the rich story of American immigration through a collection of photographs, heirlooms, and historic records. Visiting the museum allows travelers to feel the spirit of the hopeful arrivals eager to find opportunity, and the museums’ interactive exhibits bring their voyages to life allowing an appreciation for the American melting pot. This museum is constantly evolving and shows immigration before and after the Ellis era celebrating those who have searched for promise and possibilities and the complexities of their journey.

På Ellis Island Museum kan du udforske områder, der engang var sovesale for immigranter, interaktive udstillinger, et gammelt bagageopbevaringsområde osv. Når du bevæger dig gennem museet, kan du se historien om indvandring i USA. Museet udforsker også indvandringsprocessen før og efter Ellis Island for at få yderligere indsigt.

Center for familiehistorie

The Family History Center is an excellent resource for those who know or suspect one of their ancestors to have gone through the immigration process at Ellis Island. This center features a searchable database with about 65 million entries. Research assistants are also available (for an additional fee) who can help you on the hunt to learn more about your family history to find connections to ancestry and heritage.

Æresvæg for amerikanske indvandrere

Visiting the American Immigrant Wall of Honor lets you view a list of 775,000 people who traveled through Ellis Island. You can add your own inscription (for a fee) for any ancestors who went through this processing center.

This was established in 1990 to celebrate the immigrant experience of individuals who arrived by ship, plane, and by foot, and those who were forced into migration from slavery, the earliest settlers, and the land’s indigenous peoples.

Tag en tur til Ellis Island: Tour muligheder

Med Statue City Cruises kan du nyde forskellige perspektiver af Ellis Island fra flere forskellige ture. Statue City Cruises er den officielle og eneste udbyder af bådture til Frihedsgudinden og Ellis Island. Nedenfor finder du de tilgængelige ture, du kan vælge.

VIP-turen med tidlig adgang til Frihedsgudinden og Ellis Island er ideel for dem, der står tidligt op. Denne tur giver adgang til dagens første færge, så du kan se attraktionerne sammen med en lille gruppe på 25 personer. På denne tur kan du se fantastiske stykker historie som f.eks. tegningerne til museet Statue of Liberty.

New York Ellis Island Hard Hat Tour tilbyder et anderledes perspektiv end den typiske Ellis Island-tur. Denne tur tager dig gennem Immigrant Hospital Complex, et urestaureret område på øen. Du får også en selvledende audiotur med denne mulighed. Du mødes med gruppen i Battery Park.

New Jersey Ellis Island Hard Hat Tour minder om ovenstående mulighed. Denne tur afgår dog fra Liberty State Park.

 

Sådan kommer du til Ellis Island: Planlægning af din rejse

Når du har købt dine billetter til New York eller New Jersey, skal du sammensætte din rejseplan. Husk at planlægge dine ture på Ellis Island på forhånd, da billetterne hurtigt bliver væk. Se nedenfor for almindelige FAQ-spørgsmål og svar.

OFTE STILLEDE SPØRGSMÅL:

Kan du besøge Ellis Island?

Ja, du kan besøge Ellis Island ved at tage en færge. Det er gratis at besøge Ellis Island, men der er et gebyr for færgebilletten. Der er kun ét selskab, der har tilladelse til at udstede Ellis Island-billetter - Statue City Cruises. Alle andre krydstogtskibe, der tilbyder en tur til Ellis Island, er ikke lovlige.

HoHvordan besøger man Ellis Island?

Undrer du dig stadig over, "Hvordan kommer man til Ellis Island?" Hvis du har købt dine færgebilletter på forhånd, skal du finde boardingområdet. Hvis du stadig har brug for at købe færgebilletter, skal du finde billetlugen. Der er to billetskranker - en i Battery Park i New York City og en i Liberty State Park i New Jersey.

Each ticket includes a roundtrip ride from the island back to NYC, or NJ and an audio tour you can collect on the islands. The audio tours are available in 12 languages, making them accessible to many visitors.

Hvor kan jeg tage færgen til Ellis Island?

Du kan tage færgen fra de samme parker, som sælger færgebilletter - Battery Park i New York City og Liberty State Park i New Jersey.

Hvor lang er færgeturen til Ellis Island?

The ferry ride is approximately fifteen minutes to reach Ellis Island. From Ellis Island to Liberty Island, it’s an additional fifteen minutes. Then, a final fifteen-minute route will take you back to your initial pickup spot.

Der er også mulighed for at tage færgen uden at stige af for at se hver enkelt ø. Hvis du vælger denne mulighed, tager turen frem og tilbage ca. en time og et kvarter.

This will provide you with excellent views of the Statue of Liberty and the skyline of Lower Manhattan.

What Are the Hours for Ellis Island?

Åbningstiderne for Ellis og Liberty Islands ændres for hver sæson. De seneste åbningstider og åbningstider for øerne findes på National Park Service-webstedet.

Ellis Island is open to visitors every day except for Thanksgiving and Christmas Day each year. So, you can likely see Ellis Island in person regardless of when you visit

Is it worth it to go to Ellis Island?

Visiting Ellis Island is inspiring as it symbolizes freedom and hope as well as the human spirit. For those who have no familial connection or relation to the people that passed through, its importance and influence can be overlooked, however, you will most likely find this to be a trip you do not want to miss.

Original post date: June 23, 2022