The Ghosts of Ellis Island

Ellis Island in New York was once the gateway to America for over 12 million immigrants between 1892 and 1954 – but only those healthy enough to pass checks at the island’s cavernous hospital complex which opened in 1902. French street artist, JR, and illustrator, Art Spiegelman have collaborated to create a photo book that tells the story of life at the cavernous Ellis Island hospital before it was abandoned by the US Government in 1954 and left to deteriorate. The complex was severely damaged by Hurricane Sandy and many parts are still closed.

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