NPS

Security Screening Facility

BEFORE YOU BOARD THE BOAT

Visitors and their belongings are subject to inspection. The National Park Service appreciates your patience and understanding of these procedures and the additional time that may be required.

SECURITY AND SAFETY GUIDELINES:

• Visitors to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island must pass through primary security screening (similar to airport security procedures) before boarding the ferry system. 
• It is recommended that you include ample time and maintain a flexible schedule to include security screening and boarding the ferry.
• Please note that there are no locker storage facilities at the ferry terminals.
• Please keep in mind that wait times can be several hours, particularly during peak seasons. 
• In case of an emergency - please contact a U.S. Park Police Officer or a National Park Service Ranger.

Prohibited Items at the Park:

• All weapons, including firearms, knives, mace etc., any dangerous items, and any "dual-use" items that could be dangerous are strictly prohibited in the park and on the ferry system.
• Do not carry any of these type items into the security screening area. Items that are confiscated will not be returned. If you are unsure about an item, please do not bring it.
• LARGE* packages, suitcases, carry-on luggage and other large parcels will not be permitted on the ferry systems or at Liberty and Ellis Islands.

ON LIBERTY ISLAND

• There is no access above the pedestal level until July 4, 2009. STATUE OF LIBERTY CROWN RESERVATION SYSTEM - Beginning at 10 a.m. (ET) on June 13, 2009, reservations to access the crown of the Statue of Liberty may be made through the park’s concessioner Web site at www.statuecruises.com or by phone at
  877- LADY-TIX (877-523-9849). For more information, click here. 
• A "Monument Pass" is needed to enter the monument. If you have a "monument pass", your ferry ticket will have the words "monument access" written on it.
• All visitors with a monument pass must pass through secondary screening on Liberty Island before entering the monument.
• Secondary screening may take up to an hour, especially during the summer and holiday periods.
• "Monument Pass" holders will be able to enter the Museum Gallery and visit the top of pedestal. 
• Monument passes are available free from the ferry company with the purchase of a ferry ticket. Your ferry ticket will have the words "monument access" written on it.
• You can order advance tickets by calling the ferry company at: 1-877-LADY-TIX (1-877-523-9849 or on-line)
• A limited number of monument passes are available each day from the ferry company on a first-come, first-served basis. If you get a monument pass, your ferry ticket will have "monument access" written on it.
• Lockers, for small items, are available at Liberty Island.
• Backpacks, strollers, parcels etc. will not be allowed inside the monument. (cameras, handbags, and small personal items are exempt).
• Please keep in mind that there is no eating, drinking, or smoking inside the National Monument.
• During the summer and holiday periods we suggest making your reservations early.

ON ELLIS ISLAND

• All ferry tickets include complete access to Ellis Island.

If you have any questions regarding security procedures, please contact the park in writing prior to your visit at: National Park Service, Statue of Liberty National Monument, Liberty Island, NY, NY 10004, Attn: Division of Interpretation & Visitor Services; or e-mail.

General Information: 212 363-3200.    

TTY: 212 363-8343.

Lost Property 

Did you lose or misplace any items while visiting the Statue of Liberty National Monument or Ellis Island Immigration Museum?

For items lost at Liberty Island, call (212) 363-3206 ext. 211. For items lost at Ellis Island call, (212) 363-3206 ext.138. If you find items while visiting the site, please take them to the Visitor Center at Liberty Island or the Ellis Island Information Desk.

You are invited to make a lost property report by sending us the following information:

• Name
• Mailing Address
• Telephone number
• Item lost
• Description of item lost with name of manufacturer, model number, color, and any specifics that will help us identify your property
• Date lost
• Where you believe the item was lost

If you lost property on Liberty Island, send requested information by email by clicking here.

If you lost property on Ellis Island send requested information by email by clicking here.

If you lost belongings while on the Ferry Boat, please contact them directly at (201)432-6321 and then dial zero "0".