Yellow taxis…
Street pretzels…
Broadway lights…
The hustle and bustle of locals and tourists alike…
New York City is a city like no other. It’s a fun and lively place with so much to see and do, and a history that matches the many attractions that call it home. It’s a place where seasoned locals rub shoulders with those who are just beginning their journey in the Empire City. It’s a magical city with a somewhat chaotic exterior lending to the excitement that one can feel especially on an educational student tour. Whether you want to learn about the numerous immigrants who passed through Ellis Island, soak up one of the many world-class plays or musicals, or simply learn a part of American history, New York City provides a limitless number of excursions for educational travel. It’s a city that is full of culture and offers a unique perspective on the melting pot that is America. Ready to explore?
From the times that I’ve visited NYC, I have found the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration to be particularly moving. Chronicling all eras of the American Immigration movement, Ellis Island provides students and educators a chance to hear and view stories of the past. Usually the first stop for immigrants arriving to the United States during the first half of the 20th century, it’s most likely that you have an ancestor who passed through here. Visitors will have the chance to take in an exhibit called “Treasures from Home,” which displays various family heirlooms and personal belongings that accompanied them on their journey. It’s also here where travelers will be able to view perhaps the most recognized monument in the world, the Statue of Liberty. Standing tall on Liberty Island, Lady Liberty herself has long been an enduring symbol of liberty and a long standing beacon of freedom. Both of these extraordinary and historic sites should be experienced on a student tour. There’s nothing that can quite compare to the emotions one might experience when viewing them for the first time. From immense pride to a more somberness knowing what the immigrants faced when traveling to a new land, Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty will leave a mark on your heart.
