Ellis Island Museum

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13 current and upcoming exhibitions

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Ground Floor 3 exhibitions
The First Floor of the museum is a bustling place, just as it was a century ago when the building was an immigration station. As you enter the museum through the historic Baggage Room, you will find introductory exhibits about immigration to the United States, and signage to guide you during your visit. The First Floor also houses the Peopling of America Center Galleries (further described below), Audio Tour pick-up and drop-off, B ookstore, Gift Shop, Ellis Island Cafe, Theater 1, access to the Wall of Honor outside, the American Family Immigration History Center, and the Information Desk.
Second Floor 4 exhibitions
The Registry Room or "Great Hall," today. Statue of Liberty NM, National Park Service
Third Floor 5 exhibitions
View of a recreated dormitory room located in the Main Immigration Building at Ellis Island. Statue of Liberty NM, National Park Service.
Special Exhibits 1 exhibition
STATUE OF LIBERTY NATIONAL MONUMENT AND ELLIS ISLAND EXHIBITION SCHEDULE ELLIS ISLAND NATIONAL MUSEUM OF IMMIGRATION