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Ellis Island

May 14

Prince Albert of Monaco Honored at Ellis Island, With Rita Moreno and Larry Gagosian

The Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation has spearheaded a slew of ocean expeditions that aim to conserve natural wonders.
By Zachary Weiss
Judge Robert Katzmann presides over the largest naturalization ceremony in Ellis' Island's history.
Sep 23

Attend the Superbowl of Naturalization Ceremonies

298 candidates representing 53 countries participate in the Super Bowl of naturalization ceremonies.
By Ann Votaw
John Lennon lived in the Big Apple for nine years, and now the New York Public Library has mapped his impact on the city. (Getty)
Oct 9

John Lennon Saw a UFO at the United Nations

The New York Public Library is celebrating Mr. Lennon's 75th birthday by mapping his favorite spots from the nine years he lived in the city
By John Bonazzo
(Photo: Justin Joffe for Observer)
Sep 17

Afternoon Bulletin: Pope’s Visit to Cause Largest Street Shutdown in NYC History

By Grace Guarnieri
A boat carrying tourists arrives at Ellis Island after it was re-opened to the public on October 28, 2013 in New York City. (Photo: John Moore/Getty Images)
Sep 10

Historic Artifacts Return to Ellis Island for the First Time Since Hurricane Sandy

By Alanna Martinez
Ellis Island
Jul 15

Airbnb Hosts Continue the Ellis Island Tradition of Hospitality

By Kara Bloomgarden-Smoke
(Photo: Airbnb)
Jun 17

Ellis Island Yacht to Open as America’s Most Patriotic Airbnb

By Sage Lazzaro
A family awaiting to step foot in their new home
May 7

Art Spiegelman Teams With French Artist JR On An Ellis Island Art Book

By Ben Shapiro
(Photo: NYC Architecture)
Nov 2

Hear That Boom? FBI Reportedly Detonating Explosives Damaged by Sandy on Ellis Island

By Jessica Roy
This hospital gives us the creeps, but apparently it's worth saving.
Jun 7

Give Us Your Tired, Your Weary Buildings: Ellis Island Named to Endangered Building List

By Jess Schiewe
Jul 5

Goodbye Ellis Island View, Goodbye 26th Floor, We’re Park Slope Homeowners

By Observer Staff
Jul 19

European Painters Spurred Evolution Among the Americans

By Hilton Kramer
Apr 28

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