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  1. The Statue of Liberty (Liberty Enlightening the World; French: La Liberté éclairant le monde) is a colossal neoclassical sculpture on Liberty Island in New York Harbor, within New York City. The copper statue, a gift to the U.S. from the people of France , was designed by French sculptor Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi and its metal framework ...

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  3. Apr 19, 2024 · Statue of Liberty, colossal statue in New York City, U.S., commemorating the friendship of the peoples of the United States and France. Standing 305 feet high, it represents a woman holding a torch in her raised right hand and a tablet bearing the adoption date of the Declaration of Independence in her left.

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  4. Learn about the history and symbolism of the Statue of Liberty, a gift of friendship from France to the US in 1886. Explore the museum exhibits, images, and activities that interpret the meaning of liberty.

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  5. Dec 2, 2009 · Learn about the origins, construction and significance of the Statue of Liberty, a joint project between France and the United States to celebrate democracy and friendship. Discover how the statue became a landmark for immigrants and a national monument.

  6. Feb 9, 2024 · Learn about the history, symbolism, and accessibility of the Statue of Liberty, a gift of friendship from France to the United States. Find out how to visit the crown, pedestal, museum, and Ellis Island, and see live views from the torch webcams.

  7. Learn about the history and symbolism of the Statue of Liberty, a national treasure and icon of freedom, inspiration, and hope. Discover how she was conceptualized, funded, built, and dedicated by French and American artists and engineers. Explore her changes over time and her original torch.

  8. Learn about the story, legacy, and role of the Statue of Liberty, the icon of hope and spirit in American history. Explore the museum, visit the island, and support the Foundation that preserves and honors this monumental gift.

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