Ellis Island, a historical site in New York City, opened in 1892 as an immigration station and processed more than 12 million immigrants until it closed in 1954.
Ellis Island, a historical site in New York City, opened in 1892 as an immigration station and processed more than 12 million immigrants until it closed in 1954.
Learn search tips on EllisIsland.org, and how you can find your ancestors on other Ellis Island records websites.
Many people have found the Passenger Arrival Manifests for their Immigrant Ancestors on the Ellis Island Records site. I have found the Passenger manifests for all of my grandparents and several o…
Make Instant Discoveries About Your Ancestors Here A new interactive map from Metrocosm has visualized immigration to the US in a whole new way. This fascinating tool is a great way to gather a quick view of where US immigrants where coming from between the years 1830 and 2013. The helpful map will automatically play through each year … Fascinating Interactive Map Shows Immigration to the US from 1830 Onwards Read More »
Did you know? Some say that Ellis Island was the ‘gateway to the American dream’ but what we do know for a fact it that was the gateway to America for 60 years. With a rich history, read on for some interesting and surprising Ellis Island facts...
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Have you reached a brick wall with your Ellis Island or Castle Garden immigrant ancestors? Our experts answer some of your toughest questions.
In 1907, no passports or visas were needed to enter the United States through Ellis Island. In fact, no papers were required at all.
US immigration law has changed considerably over the centuries. This recap shares what (if any) legal restrictions your immigrant ancestors faced when coming to the United States.
