Imagine leaving everything you had and everyone you knew to travel thousands of miles to a strange new place. This was the reality for millions of immigrants who came to America at the turn of the 20th century. The New Immigrants: NYC 1880-1924 explores the immigrant experience through a carefully curated collection of over 100 artifacts that includes photos, documents, newspaper articles, political cartoons, videos and much more. In partnership with leading cultural institutions and experts, the New York City Department of Education brings the immigrant experience to the classroom in an exciting new way.
Utilizing the iPad multi-touch interface, teachers, students and lovers of history will delve into the journey, triumphs, hardships and everyday experiences of immigrants in NYC. The New Immigrants: NYC 1880-1924 puts this rich history at your fingertips.