Angel Island was home to one of many immigration stations in San Francisco. From detention ships to high-rises, discover the city’s history of immigrant detention.
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Dedicated on Angel Island in 2011 and 2012, the Immigrant Heritage Walls contains 284 granite plaques honoring immigrant ancestors and former detainees.
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Take a deep-dive through the history the first floor Chinese men’s dormitory, discover what life was like for former detainees, and learn how they maintained order in the barracks.
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Look beyond the translations to discover unique characteristics of thirteen Chinese poems, including their hidden histories and surprising connections.
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The administration building comes back to life with new research, photos, and 20 color plans showing how it was used by staff and immigrants.
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Between 1910 and 1940, approximately 300,000 immigrants from over 80 countries were detained at the US Immigration Station site.
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Visiting the Immigration Station is the first step in uncovering your family’s history. Use this guide to find immigrant records related to Angel Island.
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