Security

• Visitors to the Park are required to submit to airport style security screening. Visitors to the Monument undergo additional security screening.
• All persons and property are subject to search. All items considered inappropriate or prohibited will be confiscated and retained by the United States Park Police.
• Large bags are not allowed on Liberty or Ellis Islands
• There are no locker facilities at the New York and New Jersey embarkation points.
• There are locker facilities on Liberty Island for Monument visitors.
• Backpacks, strollers and large umbrellas are not permitted in the Monument.
• Food (even unopened) and drinks (including water) are not allowed inside the Statue of Liberty.
• All weapons are prohibited, including: Firearms, explosives or flammables, knives or sharp objects (including tools), pepper spray and mace.

Security is managed by the United States Park Police.