Ellis Island 1987 is a photograph by Rafael Macia which was uploaded on August 14th, 2014.
Ellis Island 1987
This is a view,taken about 1987 of Ellis Island during it's long decaying period. In 1990, after a massive restoration, the northern part of Ellis... more
by Rafael Macia
Title
Ellis Island 1987
Artist
Rafael Macia
Medium
Photograph
Description
This is a view,taken about 1987 of Ellis Island during it's long decaying period. In 1990, after a massive restoration, the northern part of Ellis Island was opened as a museum, run by the National Parks Service, and part of the Statue of Liberty National Monument. From 1892 until 1924 about 12 million immigrants were processed, for entrance to the United States through Ellis Island. (About 2% were refused entrance.)From 1924 until its final closing in 1954, Ellis Island was used as a center for detainees.
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August 14th, 2014