Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Foundation, Inc.
Project Title
In support of the Ellis Island Museum Reimagined project
Date
Dec. 14, 2023
Duration
24 months
Description
Ellis Island began receiving immigrants, mainly from northern Europe, in 1892, eventually processingmore than 12 million immigrants before closing its doors in 1954. The Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Foundation (the Foundation), in collaboration with the National Park Service, oversees the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration, accepting more than 3million visitors each year who explore the Museum’s extensive collections of photographs, heirlooms, and the searchable database. Now, more than 30 years since the Museum opened its doors in 1990, to stay relevant, its exhibitions, programming, and infrastructure need substantial updating. With Corporation support, the Foundation, through its Ellis Island Museum Reimagined project aims to modernize and expand the existing museum,through interactive exhibitry, immersive media experiences, and storytelling,resulting in a more inclusive and diverse portrayal of the immigrantexperience.
Project Title
For core support of its educational programming
Date
Sep. 15, 2022
Duration
36 months
Description
Founded in 1981, the Statue of Liberty—Ellis Island Foundation is a nonprofit that collaborates with the National Park Service to restore, maintain and continuously support projects at the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. They have successfully created the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration, developed the free 65-million record Ellis Island Passenger Search Database, constructed the Statue of Liberty Museum, and funded more than 20 additional projects. Their educational initiatives aim to celebrate and elevate the American immigration story and present the meanings of liberty, immigration, and democracy. With Corporation support, the Statue of Liberty—Ellis Island Foundation will continue develop further educational and virtual opportunities with greater access to millions of people.
Project Title
For general support during the COVID-19 pandemic
Date
Sep. 10, 2020
Duration
12 months
Description
The Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Foundation, Inc., was founded in 1981 to raise funds for the restoration and preservation of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. The appeal of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island is timeless, attracting millions of visitors each year to experience these American treasures. As our nation faces one of its greatest challenges, maintaining the Ellis Island archives, online educational tools and services, the technology in the National Museum of Immigration, and continuing restoration on the islands are of utmost importance. With Corporation support the Foundation will be able to retain existing staff, continue to serve audiences remotely, and ensure both Liberty and Ellis Islandsare ready to receive visitors again when it is time to reopen.
Project Title
For the Statue of Liberty Museum
Date
Sep. 08, 2016
Duration
12 months
Description
Due to post 9/11 security restrictions, only approximately 20 percent of the 4 million annual visitors to Liberty Island are able to enjoy the full experience of walking the island, entering the historic pedestal, and visiting the Statue of Liberty’s museum. With the planned construction of a new, freestanding, state-of-the art Liberty Museum, all visitors to the island will enjoy a more meaningful experience and deeper understanding of Lady Liberty’s history and what she stands for, without restrictive security clearances. With Corporation support, the Statue of Liberty Ellis Island Foundation will hire a design firm to research and write content for several exhibits on the history of immigrants and immigration to the United States at the new museum.
Project Title
Toward the establishment of a museum of the history of immigration in America
Date
Mar. 04, 2010
Duration
12 months