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Statue of Liberty National Monument
For Kids
 
Curby the Recycling Can with Ranger Sam

Photo - NPS. ("Curby" & "Sam" Trademarks of Robotronics, Inc.

"Curby" the park's official "spokescan" (left), and "Ranger Sam" the educational robot (right) with supervisory ranger (center).

 Junior Ranger Program: Available for kids at the Statue of Liberty. This self-guided program gives children an opportunity to learn about one of the world's most famous symbols of freedom. Use the booklet to complete fun activities that teach children about the National Park Service and this site and why this National Monument is important to protect and preserve. The booklet can be obtained at the Liberty Island Information Center or here. Bring it with you on your trip!

Recommended for ages 7-12. Sorry, for now, This program cannot be completed via mail or on-line and is an on-site program only.

 
Visit Webrangers online - for kids of ALL ages!

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Become a Webranger today - games, activites, journals, photos...design your own ranger station!

BUT wait! You CAN be a National Park Service Webranger online. You have to check this out at: WEBRANGER program.

This is the National Park Service's on-line Junior Ranger program for kids of all ages. If you love your National Parks, Monuments and Historic Sites, this site is for you.

Liberty Island dock with statue in background  

Did You Know?
Several agencies have been caretakers for the Statue. The U.S. Lighthouse Board cared for the statue as the first electric lighthouse or "navigational aid" 1886 - 1902, followed by the War Department 1902 - 1933 and since 1933 she has been cared for by employees of the National Park Service.

Last Updated: June 25, 2009 at 14:01 EST