Your Role in History

Comic Book Legends and Ellis Island Connections

In celebration of The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay returning to the Metropolitan Opera for a limited run, our talented team at the Family History Center delved into the family histories of comic book visionaries including the creators of Spider-Man, Captain America, the Marvel Universe, and more.  LEARN MORE

Comic Book Legends and Ellis Island Connections

Black History Month

Visit our Torch Blog HERE to learn about actress Cicely Tyson and discover the inspiring life stories of more trailblazers in honor of Black History month, including the world’s most trusted weatherman, the actor who played Lando Calrissian in the Star Wars movies, and one of the most influential jazz vocalists of the 20th century. 

Black History Month

American Royalty

As the film awards season approaches, we wanted to highlight the Ellis Island connections of great artists such as Frank Sinatra, Andy Warhol, and Greta Garbo. Read on to discover the connections between Ellis Island and Truman Capote’s Black and White Ball, and the evolution of America’s celebrity culture. LEARN MORE

American Royalty – Truman Capote’s Black and White Ball and the Evolution of Celebrity Culture

SUMMER INTERNSHIPS NOW OPEN! APPLY TODAY 

Our Summer 2026 Internship applications are NOW OPEN!  If you are passionate about preserving and honoring the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island come join us this summer. We have internships open in our Communications, Fundraising, and Family History Center departments.   LEARN MORE