Ellis Island Closed Nov. 12, 1954, After Processing 12 Million Immigrants

November 12th, 1954: Having processed about 12 million immigrants seeking entry to the US since it opened in 1892, Ellis Island shuts down operations. In the shadow of the Statue of Liberty, the processing center will fall into disrepair but the main building will be restored and will reopen in 1990 to host a museum of immigration.

If your family was among the 12 million immigrants who came through the doors of Ellis Island, you might enjoy the story and images from the Statue of Liberty & Ellis Ilsand Foundation, at www.statueofliberty.org/ellis-island/.