Not everyone who traveled to the New World on the Mayflower was a Pilgrim. The non-religious passengers were called "strangers." This is why they came.
Category - Immigration Research
Passenger and Immigration Research Basics: How to Find Your Ancestor’s Entry Into America
Passenger and immigration records contain a wealth of information on your immigrant ancestors. Here's how to find those records and what you might discover in them.
Ellis Island: One of the Most Important Places in American History
A discussion of the importance of Ellis Island, both in regards to the history of the United States as well as to learning more about your ancestors.