Is the Statue of Liberty in New York or New Jersey waters?

Although the monument is within New Jersey waters, Liberty Island and a portion of Ellis Island are within the territorial jurisdiction of New York state. The Statue of Liberty, on Liberty Island, New York.

Is Liberty Island part of New Jersey?

Even though Ellis Island and Bedloe’s Island (now Liberty Island) are totally within New Jersey, the two States agreed that New York would retain exclusive jurisdiction of both Islands as they existed at that time. The agreement was signed by commissioners from both states and approved by the U.S. Congress.

In which state is Statue of Liberty located?

New York
Statue of Liberty National Monument/State
A national monument of New Jersey and New York, the Statue of Liberty is arguably America’s greatest symbol of freedom and opportunity. Located on Liberty Island in New York Harbor, the statue commemorates the friendship between the United States and France that began during the American Revolution.

Why is Ellis Island in New Jersey?

In 1890, the federal government took over immigration and Ellis Island was chosen as New York’s inspection station for new immigrants arriving in the states. A court battle resulted in a 6-3 Supreme Court ruling that gave 90 percent of Ellis Island to New Jersey.

What state is the Statue of Liberty?

Where is the Statue of Liberty located in NY?

Liberty Island Manhattan
Statue of Liberty

Statue of Liberty Liberty Enlightening the World
Location	Liberty Island Manhattan, New York City, New York, U.S.
Coordinates	40°41′21″N 74°2′40″WCoordinates: 40°41′21″N 74°2′40″W
Height	Height of copper statue (to torch): 151 feet 1 inch (46 meters) From ground level to torch: 305 feet 1 inch (93 meters)

Where can I see the Statue of Liberty from New Jersey?

LIBERTY STATE PARK
LIBERTY STATE PARK This waterfront park in New Jersey is just across the river from Lower Manhattan. This park offers the closest free view of the Statue of Liberty from the land. You can get there easily by public transportation. There is a ferry that departs from Lower Manhattan.