Live NYC Webcam Statue of Liberty
Watch this live HD webcam of the Statue of Liberty from New York City, NY. It was designated as a National Monument in 1924. Employees of the National Park Service are responsible for the upkeep of this massive copper structure since 1933.
The statue attracts millions of visitors annually to admire the sculpture and enjoy elaborate tours. Visiting Liberty Island is one of the main attractions in NYC. Tourists often visit the islands or enter the pedestal and visit the crown. To do so one must secure tickets through Statue City Cruises for Statue of Liberty National Monument and Ellis Island. The NPS suggest planning ahead and ordering tickets beforehand. View the cam nearby of the One World Trade Center,
This iconic symbol of freedom and democracy was a gift from the people of France to the United States. Designed by French sculptor Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi and built by Gustave Eiffel, the statue was dedicated on October 28, 1886. Also, it represents Libertas, the Roman goddess of freedom. She holds a torch in her right hand. Also, the tablet inscribed with the date of the American Declaration of Independence in her left hand.
It is made of copper sheets, which have turned green over time due to oxidation. The statue’s crown is adorned with seven ray. Furthermore, each ray represents the seven continents. Supposedly, the face is modeled after Bartholdi’s mother. Moreover, inside the statue, there is a spiral staircase that leads to the crown. It is here visitors have a picturesque view of NYC skyline.
