Liberty Island in Manhattan in New York County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
“Mother of Exiles”
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, November 7, 2011
1. “Mother of Exiles” Marker
Between 1886 and 1924, 14 million immigrants entered America through New York. The Statue of Liberty was a reassuring sign that they had arrived in the land of their dreams. To these anxious newcomers, the Statue’s uplifted torch did not suggest “enlightenment,” as her creators intended, but rather, “welcome.”
Over time, the Statue of Liberty emerged as Emma Lazarus’ “Mother of Exiles,” a symbol of hope to generations of immigrants.
Erected by National Park Service.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music • Man-Made Features. A significant historical year for this entry is 1886.
Location. 40° 41.39′ N, 74° 2.784′ W. Marker is in Manhattan, New York, in New York County. It is on Liberty Island. Marker is located on Liberty Island, near the food concession area. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: New York NY 10004, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Emma Lazarus (here, next to this marker); “The New Colossus” (here, next to this marker); Bartholdi (a few steps from this marker); The New Colossus (a few steps from this marker); New York Sculptures (a few steps from this marker); Inside the Statue
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More about this marker. The marker contains an image of the Statue of Liberty and a photograph of a group of immigrants.
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, November 7, 2011
2. Marker on Liberty Island
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, November 7, 2011
3. Liberty Enlightening the World
Credits. This page was last revised on January 31, 2023. It was originally submitted on November 8, 2011, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. This page has been viewed 683 times since then and 29 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on November 8, 2011, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey.
