IACI-USA.org Annie Moore

On January 1, 1892, Annie Moore, a 15 year old girl from County Cork, became the first immigrant processed at Ellis Island. In honor of the 100th anniversary of this milestone, the IACI coordinated an international effort to have a commemorative statue of Annie Moore erected at Ellis Island, and at her Irish departure point, Cobh, in County Cork.

In 1993, Irish President Mary Robinson unveiled both statues. The commemorative statues now serve as symbols of the permanent union between Ireland and the United States. Additionally, the Annie Moore statue stands as a symbol for immigrants of all nations that have contributed to the rich fabric of the United States.





	On January 1, 1892, Annie Moore, a 15 year old girl from County Cork, became the first immigrant processed at Ellis Island. In honor of the 100th anniversary of this milestone, the IACI coordinated an international effort to have a commemorative statue of Annie Moore erected at Ellis Island, and at her Irish departure point, Cobh, in County Cork. In 1993, Irish President Mary Robinson unveiled both statues. The commemorative statues now serve as symbols of the permanent union between Ireland and the United States. Additionally, the Annie Moore statue stands as a symbol for immigrants of all nations that have contributed to the rich fabric of the United States.

		Annually the Annie Moore Award is presented at the IACI’s Washington’s St. Patrick’s Day Ball. The award is bestowed to an individual who has made significant contributions to the Irish and/or Irish American community and legacy. For more information on Washington’s St. Patrick’s Day Ball, click here. 2005 Annie Moore Award Honoree: Edward F. Ginty 2004 Robert J. McCann 2003 Alfred C. Koeppe 2002 New Jersey Governor James E. McGreevey 2001 Nial O'Dowd 2000 Aidan Quinn 1999 Peter Dugan 1998 John White 1997 Mary Mulholland 1996 Monsignor John Corr 1995 John Dangler