Ellis Island is significant to the culture because the island was a federal immigration station that received thousands of immigrants that hoped to settle in New York City. Although the island was seen by immigrants as a new opportunity to begin a better life, families were separated due to unmet health standards. It started as an “Island of Hope” to an “Island of Tears”. Tourist are attracted to the island because it is a place where they can trace their family history to at least one person who passed through the Port of New York.

Reference: The Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Foundation, Inc.   http://www.libertyellisfoundation.org/ellis-island-history

Times square is one of the main attractions offered in New York City. It has been changed throughout the years, dependent on the history of New York City. Most of all, it contributes to the culture of New York City as it proves what the city is well known for. Being one of the fashion capital of the world and “the city that never sleep,” Times Square offers many stores in its area such as Forever 21, Swatch, American Eagle, etc., and many attractions that are opened late into the night. It proves New York City for what it really is and what it offers.

Reference: Times Square District Management Association, Inc. (2014) Retrieved October 19, 2016, http://www.timessquarenyc.org/index.aspx

The Statue Of Liberty was gifted to the United States from France in 1886 as a symbol of our freedom and democracy. It is not only a National symbol for our culture, but also one for New York City. It represents our freedom and our resilience in hard times and that we can overcome anything. It was a symbol of hope after 9/11 in NYC and for this country.

Reference:

United States. National Park Service. (n.d.). Statue Of Liberty National Monument (U.S. National Park Service). Retrieved October 19, 2016, from https://www.nps.gov/stli/index.htm