A visit to Ellis Island affords the opportunity to experience a destination that no other city can provide. Ellis Island was the gateway through which more than 12 million immigrants passed between 1892 and 1954 in their search for freedom and a new life.

At the visitor center you can hear oral history interviews, see films and live theatrical productions, and view hundreds of photos of immigrants and exhibits of items they brought with them. Noteworthy is The American Immigrant Wall of Honor, the longest wall of names in the world, commemorates more than five million first-generation Americans.

The Ellis Island Immigration Museum offers visitors a fascinating look into the immigrant experience and speaks to the hardships and challenges faced by immigrants passing through Ellis Island. It's well done interactive presentations and overall history is well worth the trip to the museum.

With so much to see and do, a trip to New York City may seem a little overwhelming. The city is so big, mere words penned from a few local tour guides cannot capture the true essence of the city... there is simply too much to comprehend!