Kunth was a close confidant of Alexander Georg von Humboldt, the head of the family. After Humboldt's early death in 1779, Kunth assumed the responsibility of advising his widow, Marie-Elisabeth, and managing her estate.
About the Climb. Once inside the Statue of Liberty, you can explore the museum in the pedestal and then begin the climb to the crown. The climb itself is strenuous -- 354 steps, equivalent to 20 stories -- and only recommended for people in good physical health. Inside the statue stairwell is quite cramped, as the steps are only 19 inches wide and very steep.
The average person takes between 2,000 and 2,500 walking steps per mile as counted by a pedometer or fitness band. Running steps have a longer stride length and you may take between 1,400 and 1,700 steps per mile. A total of 10,000 steps equals 4 to 5 miles.