The United States Immigration Station Museum is now open from 10-3 on weekends—no reservations and no tour tickets needed! There are docents and volunteers posted throughout the museum to answer any questions about the historical implications of the site. The entrance price is $5 for adults and $3 for children. A shuttle provides transportation from the Cove Cafe. The departure times are 10:40, 12:10 and 1:40. The last pick up is at the museum at 2:50.
The Upwardly Global 10th Anniversary “Passport to Possibilities” Gala took place on Angel Island October 2nd, 2010.
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Between 1910 and 1940, thousands of immigrants came to the U.S. through California’s Angel Island. Listen to Judy Yung speak about her book on the subject, via NPR broadcast, here.
Read about documentary filmmaker, Eddie Wong and his unique experience with Angel Island by following the link below to the Toronto Star.