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Statue Of Liberty National MonumentTheme(s): Immigration | |
Description:
Located in New York Harbor, the Statue of Liberty was a gift of international friendship from the people of France to the people of the United States and is one of the most universal symbols of political freedom and democracy. The Statue of Liberty was dedicated on October 28, 1886 and was designated a National Monument on October 15, 1924. The Statue was extensively restored in time for her spectacular centennial on July 4, 1986.
Designations:
National Monument (October 15,1924)
World Heritage Site (1984)
Accessibility:
The highest wheelchair-accessible level at the Statue of Liberty is the third level of the pedestal. The gift shop, Museum, and Information Center are fully wheelchair accessible. The Statue of Liberty Museum features some tactile exhibits for those visitors with visual impairments.
Activites:
Educational Programs | And more.
Facilities:
Visitor_Centers | Restaurant or Snack Bar | Museum Exhibits | Tours & Guided Activities | And more.
Directions to Statue Of Liberty National Monument
Plane:
The New York City metropolitan area is served by three major airports: Newark International, LaGuardia, and JFK International.
Car:
Liberty Island is accessible by Statue of Liberty/Ellis Island Ferry, Inc. ferries only. One round trip ferry ticket includes visits to Liberty and Ellis Islands. Round trip ferry tickets cost $7.00 for adults, $3.00 for children and $6.00 for senior citizens. Ferries depart from Battery Park in New York City and Liberty State Park in Jersey City, New Jersey.
Battery Park is located at the Southern tip of Manhattan, off the West Side Highway South or the FDR Drive South. Parking is very limited and expensive. Using public transportation is recommended. Please contact the ferry company at (212) 269-5755 for ferry schedules.
Liberty State Park in New Jersey is located off exit 14B of the New Jersey Turnpike. Please contact the ferry company at (201) 435-9499 for ferry schedules and parking information.
Public Transportation
There are a variety of ways to reach the Statue of Liberty ferry by public transportation. Please contact the MTA New York City Transit Authority at (718) 330-1234 for subway and bus directions to Battery Park. For information on reaching Liberty State Park in New Jersey via public transportation, contact New Jersey Transit at (800) 626-7433.
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