Here we are! Peering out these windows at the top
of Liberty's 10 foot wide head, you have a view of over 180 degrees!
Looking up towards the arm, it's
amazing to think the public was allowed up there at one time. Inside the arm is a ladder
which goes to the small doorway of the torch. It would be neat to be able to go up there,
but the safety precautions would probably ruin the exterior view.
On the other side, we can look straight down and
get a glimpse of the book Liberty's holding. It says "July 4th 1776" in roman
numerals.
Well, we've had our turn
up here, let's head down and give some other people a chance.
Down we go!
At the end of that crazy spiral
staircase, we can go outside for a breather and see some more awesome views.
I told you you'd be seeing Manhattan again!
On the opposite side, you can see the walkway we
had originally come in on. There are 3 outdoor levels to the base where you can take
photos of the statue at very interesting angles.
Before we leave, let's not forget to stop by the museum.
The museum chronicles the epic story
I only touched upon earlier of how the Statue of Liberty was built. The financial
difficulties, design problems, etc. As you see here, there were several designs for the
statue's pedestal.
This copper face (floor to ceiling) shows you how
the actual statue would look before oxidation created that patina complexion we all know
and love.
The museum also exhibits
the variety of ways Liberty has been exploited on post cards, war bonds, magazine ads, etc.
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