East Boston Immigration Station

Opened in 1920, the East Boston Immigration Station was a federal facility where thousands of immigrants were detained, and in some cases, deported. Located on the East Boston waterfront in Jeffries Point, the station was later used as a prison for enemy aliens during World War II and was finally closed in 1954.  Prior to its demolition in 2011, the Boston Landmarks Commission issued this informative study that details the station’s history and significance.

From: Boston Landmarks Commission, City of Boston, “East Boston Immigration Station Study Report” (2010).