Statue of Liberty Architect: Frederic Bartholdi Location: Liberty Island, New York, New York Date: 1884-1886 Building Type: Monumental StatueObservational Tower Construction System: Iron Frame, Copper Cladding Climate: Temperate Island Urban-Waterfront Context: Neoclassical Realistic Sculpture Fact: An inspiring symbol of America, it was given as a gift from France in honor of the first centennial of the United States. ... The story of the Statue of Liberty and her island has been one of change. ... On September 8, 1937, jurisdiction was enlarged to cover all of Bedloe...

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