Statue of Liberty

Witness the majestic beauty of Lady Liberty and learn about this treasured monument.

The Statue of Liberty was a gift from France to the United States in 1886, and the French gave it the name Liberty Enlightening the World. The French sculptor, Fredric Auguste Bartholdi, designed the statue and Gustave Eiffel did the metal framework. The Statue of Liberty is made of copper to withstand the weather of the New York Harbor, and it has developed its iconic green hue over the years. This historic statue is maintained and preserved so it can continue to stand as a beautiful monument.

The Statue is a figure of a robed Roman liberty goddess. She holds a flaming torch above her head in her right hand, and in her left hand, she holds a tablet with the inscription July 4, 1776 in Roman numerals. This date is significant because it marks the day the Declaration of Independence was signed. In commemoration of the end of slavery, there are broken shackles and chains at her feet as a symbol that all people are free in the United States. 

The Statue of Liberty is also a welcoming light and beacon to all who travel to the U.S. and stands 305 feet tall, weighing more than 200 tons. This monument is a magnificent work of art that is recognized as a symbol of democracy and freedom. There are ferry rides available to see the statue up close. Explore the museum about the Statue of Liberty, which is located on Liberty Island. If you are touring through New York, this is a place you won’t want to miss!