30 Days Of NYC Memories – Day 4: Crown Access: Statue of Libery

Catching up on Matt’s “30 Days of NYC Memories!”

Over the past 7 years I have taken a boat around the Statue of Liberty more times than I can count. Why pay to go to the island when you can jump on the Staten Island Ferry for free and get great photo ops? Well, I found out the reason the cough up the dough to go to the island was for the opportunity to climb to the top of the crown and take in the view as only Lady Liberty sees it.

Following September 11th, the island and statue were closed down immediately and remained closed for most of the rest of the year. The island opened back up, but it was 12 years later before the Statue would welcome the public. On July 4, 2013, you could begin purchasing tickets for the crown. Buying our tickets that day, the earliest time we would be able to go was in October…

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I’m Tommy, a writer and storyteller who works in marketing for the arts and cultural communities. I’m the author of Mabel Stanley and the Town That Was Built All Wrong, a fun and heartfelt book, and I’m currently working on a novel about self-discovery and the complexities of memory. Writing is a big part of my life, but I also enjoy creating experiences that bring people together, which is why my husband, Matt, and I co-run the online store Have Fun Spread Joy. It’s all about embracing the playful side of life and giving back along the way. I’m married to Matt, and we share our home with our two pets, Zoey (the cat) and Dixie (the dog). When I’m not writing, working on our store, or doing marketing for the arts, I like to dive into theater, something I want to get more involved with over time. I was diagnosed with ADHD, and while it comes with its own set of challenges, it also gives me a unique perspective that I try to channel into everything I do. Whether it’s writing, working on creative projects, or finding ways to spread joy, I’m all about making a lasting impact in whatever I do.

Tommy Karr