Immigration

The First Immigrants came to Ellis Island

Jan 1, 1892

Millions of people arrived by boat from a hard 7-21 days on board. Most tried and sick that later got deported back to their country. Others were free and had a chance in the world to make a difference.

Immigration

Period: Jan 1, 1892 to Apr 17, 1954

June 15, 1897, Fire destroys station and records of immigrants back to 1840.

Jun 15, 1897

A fire destroys Ellis Island was destoryed by a fire but the Statue Of Liberty is still standing