Ryan Rampersad

This museum is absolutely spectacular. I am not usually a fan of museums, and I'm not usually interested in historical museums. However this one is incredibly touching, and it shows the lows and the highs of history in the world and in the United States. In particular, on the main floor, I really enjoyed the narrated passages that were collected and brought to life by voice actors. On the second floor, it's less interactive however still just as interesting, with old photographs and more. Finally the modern wing has information about what immigration and citizenship look like today in the United States (although to be honest, I think there could be a much more in this modern wing than that is presented, there's always more to do in this space.)

I spent easily two or three times as long on Ellis Island vs Liberty Island.

I have too many pictures to even count, so I'll just pick a few. If you have 5 hours during your trip, and you can get here early enough, I highly recommend it.

(November 2023)

I ordered two hot dogs, one with onion, ketchup and another with chili, and a side of fries. It was quick and they were so good, very filling. The location has a high top seating area but outside a semi -shelter with a few tables of traditional seating.

I was in town visiting my dad, so if course we had to visit the mall. It's a pretty nice mall. Plenty of seating. There's a good variety at the food court too.

Not sure what Google Maps thinks this location is. There's a great view from the overlook and the park is nice too.

Nice park with a nice trail loop to walk Roxy around.