The famous statue on Liberty Island is known as the Statue of Liberty. Officially titled "Liberty Enlightening the World," the statue was a gift from France to the United States and was dedicated on October 28, 1886. Designed by French sculptor Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi, the statue symbolizes freedom and democracy. She stands atop a pedestal and holds a torch high above her head, representing enlightenment. The Statue of Liberty has become an iconic symbol of New York City and the United States, welcoming millions of immigrants and visitors as a representation of hope and opportunity.