Lesson 56 of 84 · History
⭐ 30 XP🏰 History KeepImmigration to America: Ellis Island
Ellis Island was an important place for immigrants coming to America in the late 1800s and early 1900s.
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Then & Now
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Ellis Island was an important place for immigrants coming to America in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Located in New York Harbor, it served as a gateway for millions of people seeking a better life. Upon arriving, immigrants underwent medical checks and interviews to ensure they could enter the country. Many families started their new lives in America after passing through Ellis Island.
Key Facts
Ellis Island was a gateway for immigrants to America.
It opened in 1892 and closed in 1954.
Millions of immigrants passed through Ellis Island.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2What was the purpose of Ellis Island?
Why this still matters
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“What's something from history you wish you could see in person?”
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