Imagine seeking freedom, opportunity and holding on to hope of a new life over a century ago. This was my second visit to the Ellis Island Immigration Museum here in NYC and I’m already eager for my third. The tour is well done, providing an atmosphere to relive the immigration experience as if you were a new arrival.
It’s hard to imagine though the relief upon arrival, yet the uncertainty if you’ll pass through the process and be allowed to stay. Will you or a member of your family be turned away? Can you imagine the feeling when your grandmother isn’t allowed, turned away never to be seen again?
The museum collection is fascinating. Objects include the personal belongings of immigrants, staff and visitors, memorabilia, fine art, documents, photographs, and architectural elements found during the preservation work. Public Health Service work on Ellis Island is represented in the collection by items such as crutches, hospital bed, medicine bottles, etc. found on site.
You absolutely must include this if you make a visit to see Lady Liberty! You’ll always remember it.
(This week’s challenge for Bella’s 52 Photo Projects was to chase the light and experiment with shadows. The lighting here was incredible and made for a perfect opportunity!)
Almost like you can hear the voices of the past. Nice shot
You nailed the photo project, Robin! I’ve sailed around Ellis Island but have never stepped foot on it. Maybe one day….
a striking image.
and loved hearing about your visit(s) to ellis island. it’s really something to try and put oneself in someone else’s shoes, isn’t it?
I still think about the trip we took there. It’s something that never leaves you.
MORE! GH
My favorite this week!
Striking!
That must be an interesting site to visit. Lots of history behind those walls. People with nothing else than high hopes on finding a better place for their family.
It really is quite incredible when you stop to think about what and who passed thru here. Love the post!
Loved your picture last week, but this is even better … how beautiful!
Great photography
Wow! I’m so happy this one resonated with everyone! Thank you all so much for commenting!
I was at Ellis Island the first time I was in New York over 20 years ago. (I need to visit NY more than every 20 years.) I remember imagining what it must have been like for my grandparents to come over to such a strange new world.