That’s the real legacy of Ellis Island — one worth reclaiming today. Daniel Di Martino is a Fellow at the Manhattan Institute and a PhD candidate in Economics at Columbia University.

ABOUT US The Ellis Island Honors Society (EIHS) was founded on the conviction that the diversity of the American people is what makes this nation great.

The Ellis Island Medals of Honor have been awarded annually since 1986 to Americans, both U.S.-born and naturalized, who represent and contribute to the rich mosaic that is our great nation. This ...

Leaders in business, education, entertainment, public service, philanthropy, media, healthcare, sports, and the defense of the United States to be honored with the prestigious Ellis Island Medals ...

Scientists are rethinking what we knew about a vanished ice sheet — and that could spell trouble for New York City.

Will Smith initially rejected the memorable "Hitch" scene on Ellis Island because he thought Black people didn't immigrate via the historic landmark.

A look inside Ellis Island during its heyday The famous "Gateway to America" opened more than 130 years ago on New Year's Day. What was it like for the more than 12 million immigrants to travel ...

Teenaged filmmakers row out to Ellis Island in 1974, then return 50 years later.