Built in 1909, the Baggage and Dormitory Building hosted detained immigrants. Today, it stands as one of the truest remnants of Ellis Island's abandoned era.
Ellis Island is synonymous with immigration, but this little piece of land has served many purposes, from a place to fish for oysters to an FBI field office.
The latest installment of Aaron Asis' Unforgotten series focuses on Ellis Island and the importance of preserving its history.