Ellis Island Information Desk
Facility · New York ·
Managed by the National Park Service
Statue of Liberty National Monument (National Monument) · Open Access
- 13 ft
- Elevation
The Ellis Island Information Desk provides general information, including the schedule of ranger-guided tours, special program, and film times. A ranger or volunteer is available to answer questions and provide information about the Ellis Island Museum of Immigration and make recommendations for your visit. The park brochure, Passport To Your National Parks (R) cancellation stamp, and the ferry departure schedule are also located at the information desk.
Getting there
The Ellis Island Information Desk is within the main building on Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration. After entering the building, the Information Desk is located on the left, on the first floor near the bookstore.
40.69899, -74.03961 · 40°41'56.4"N 74°2'22.6"W
Typical weather
Typically 85°F in Jul, down to 40°F in Jan.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | 40 | 42 | 50 | 62 | 71 | 80 | 85 | 83 | 76 | 65 | 54 | 44 |
| Low °F | 28 | 30 | 36 | 46 | 55 | 64 | 70 | 69 | 62 | 51 | 42 | 34 |
| Precip in | 3.6 | 3.2 | 4.3 | 4.1 | 4.0 | 4.5 | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.3 | 4.4 | 3.6 | 4.4 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 6.6 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Ellis Island Information Desk
- Can you reserve a site at Ellis Island Information Desk?
- No. Ellis Island Information Desk is not reservable through Recreation.gov, so sites are first-come, first-served or booked elsewhere.
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Contact
- Phone (646) 356-2134
- Email STLI_Info@nps.gov
- Info Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
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