On Nov. 12, 1954, Ellis Island officially closed as an immigration station and detention center. More than 12 million immigrants arrived in the United States via Ellis Island between 1892 and 1954.

At the end of the 19th century, Ellis Island immigration station in New York became known as the gateway to America. Between 1892 and 1954, over 12 million immigrants entered the United States through ...

Between 1892 and 1954, more than twelve million immigrants passed through the U.S. immigration portal at Ellis Island, enshrining it as an icon of America's welcome. That story is well known.

As such, it processed the paperwork for all people coming into and leaving the United States, and not just for those who spent ... through the Station at about 300,000. Comparatively, Ellis Island ...

The United States has long been a beacon of hope and opportunity for people from around the world. From the early settlers who arrived on the Mayflower to the millions of immigrants who passed through ...

Event planners anticipate close to 10 million visitors attending the 6-day event. Here's what the colossal event will feature.

Between 1892 and 1954, more than twelve million immigrants passed through the U.S. immigration portal at Ellis Island, enshrining it as an icon of America's welcome. That story is well known.