Since 2001, The Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Foundation has celebrated individuals who embrace the best of what these two American treasures represent: the unique tapestry woven from the stories of our nation’s immigration history, and the role of America and its citizens in championing the ongoing global struggle for liberty and freedom.

The Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Awards (formerly the Family Heritage Awards) honorees represent a broad spectrum of professions and interests from arts and sciences to business and culture.

Explore the list of recipients and visit the Foundation’s YouTube page to view some of the acceptance remarks.