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Ellis Island National Monument
Be A Junior Ranger
 

Junior Ranger Program

Click here to download a copy of the Ellis Island booklet.

This self-guided program gives children the opportunity to learn about Ellis Island and our nation's heritage and become a Junior Park Ranger. This activity booklet will take you through the historic Immigration Station where children learn the importance of protecting and preserving this National Monument. The booklet takes about 1 hour to complete and is available by clicking the link above or free at the Ellis Island Information Desk.

This program is recommended for children ages 7-12. Children can ask Park Rangers how they can help preserve America's heritage.

This is an on-site program only and cannot be completed electronically or by mail.

Kids: Don't forget to participate in the National Park Service's nationwide Junior Ranger Program. Become a WEBRANGER. Visit us online at: www.nps.gov/webrangers

Great Hall circa 1900  

Did You Know?
Ellis Island was the busiest federal immigration station in America. On April 17, 1907 Ellis Island processed a record 11,747 immigrants. Today, the US Customs and Border Protection processes over 700,000 aliens daily through 326 official entry points and Ports of Entry.
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Last Updated: May 06, 2009 at 11:47 EST