Immigrant History Week (NYC)

Virtually all New Yorkers have an immigrant story in their families, even if a generation or more old. Immigrant History Week, established by Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg in 2004, is a tribute to our common heritage and the contributions of immigrants in the City of New York. This year, Immigrant History Week is commemorated from April 17 to 23, beginning with April 17, the date in 1907 when more immigrants entered through Ellis Island than any other day in its operation. A wonderful array of events during the week will explore our rich immigrant identity.