San Francisco Quarantine Station

The San Francisco Quarantine Station, also known as Angel Island Immigration Station, was a facility used primarily between the late 19th and early 20th centuries to screen and process incoming immigrants, particularly those arriving by sea. Its purpose was to prevent the spread of contagious diseases by examining arrivals for health issues before allowing them to enter the United States. The station also served as a detention center for travelers needing additional health checks or quarantine. Today, it is a historical site managed by the National Park Service, offering insights into immigration history and public health practices of that era.