About Statue Of Liberty National Monument
A gift of friendship from the people of France to the United States "The Statue of Liberty Enlightening the World" is recognized as a universal symbol of freedom and democracy. It was dedicated by President Grover Cleveland on October 28, 1886. Designated as a National Monument in 1924, employees of the National Park Service have been caring for the Statue of Liberty since 1933.
Quick Facts
Operating Hours
Access to Liberty and Ellis Islands is by Statue City Cruises ferry only. For ferry departure times and ticketing information visit http://www.statuecitycruises.com or call 1-877-LADY-TIX. The last entrance into the statue is at 3:30 PM.
Activities
Getting There
Liberty Island is located in New York Harbor and can only be reached by ferry. Ferries operated by Statue City Cruises depart from The Battery in New York City or Liberty State Park in Jersey City, NJ.
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Topics & Themes
Things To Do
Visit the Statue's Pedestal
Visiting the pedestal is a great addition to any trip to the Statue of Liberty. Starting in 2004, the National…
Visitors can explore from the historic Fort Wood level at the bottom, up to the top of the pedestal at…
Climb to Liberty's Crown
Crown access is limited and advanced reservations are required. Starting in 2009, the National Park Service implemented a new system that…
Start Your Visit at the Information Center
Start your visit to the Statue of Liberty National Monument by visiting the Information Center on Liberty Island. Pick up…
Start your visit the Statue of Liberty National Monument by visiting the Information Center on Liberty Island. Pick up the…
Listen to the Statue's Audio Tour
The audio tour is a great option for visitors of all ages as it lets them move around the island…
This self-guided tour helps visitors learn about the Statue of Liberty while exploring the grounds of Liberty Island. This is…
Explore the Museum
Access to the museum is available to all visitors on Liberty Island.
In May of 2019, Lady Liberty’s legacy expanded with the opening of the Statue of Liberty Museum. Housed within the…
Visitor Centers
Liberty Island Information Center
A ranger or volunteer is available to answer questions and provide general information about the Statue of Liberty and make recommendations for your visit. The…
Hours: These are the core hours and may change seasonally.
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