Streets Paved with Gold

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How has immigration impacted your life?

For generations, our ancestors came to this nation filled with endless hopes and dreams. The rumor that American streets were "paved with gold" created anticipation and excitement in the hearts of those seeking a better life. See what others have shared about the "gold" their families found—
Perhaps not in material riches, but in the opportunity that was afforded later generations.

 

Tell us about your family's history

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Tell Us About Your Family's History

Ellis Island’s newest exhibit, Streets Paved With Gold, encourages visitors to reflect on their own family's experience of the trials, hopes, fears, and promises of immigration.

You are invited to write on a "gold brick" your message to those who immigrated in the past or to those immigrating to America today. Entries will be displayed in an exhibit at Ellis Island to share your stories of connection, hope, and gratitude for immigrants past and present.

To submit your message, email us.