The Statue

Did you know…
That the statue, representing liberty, was a gift from the people of France to the people of the United States for its centennial?

That the statue arrived from Paris, France in 1885 and was stored until the pedestal could be completed in 1886?

That the correct name of the Statue of Liberty is Liberty Enlightening the World ?

The seven rays of her crown show that Liberty can enlighten the seven continents and the seven seas ?

The island that Liberty Enlightening the World stands upon was at one time Fort Wood. The 11 point star fort aided in the protection of the New York Harbor?

Now you know! Check out the nps page to learn more fascinating facts.
www.nps.gov/stli/index.htm

Ava