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Green-Wood Cemetery: A Victorian-Era Icon Turns 175
One of America’s first “rural” cemeteries has been welcoming New Yorkers since 1838.
One World Trade Center Reaches Historic Heights
As its record-topping spire is installed, find out more about the building that has already become a New York icon.
Beyond Citizen Kane: The World’s First Media Mogul
On what would have been the publisher’s 150th birthday, here are eight things you should know about William Randolph Hearst.
After 155 Years, It’s the End of an Era at Cooper Union
One of the nation’s most celebrated schools has announced a controversial change to its tuition structure.
Remembering the 1993 World Trade Center Bombing
A bombing of the World Trade Center 20 years ago proved to be a frightening prelude to future acts of terrorism.
Grand Central Terminal: An American Icon Turns 100
As we celebrate its centennial, here are 10 things you should know about this New York landmark.
Historic Hot Dog Stand Shuts its Doors for the First Time
After Hurricane Sandy battered the historic boardwalk in Coney Island, Brooklyn, one of its most iconic businesses was forced to close for the first time in its 96-year-history.
The Automat: Birth of a Fast Food Nation
A century after Horn & Hardart opened its first Automat in New York City, take a look back at America’s first fast food chain.
New York’s Tallest, From Trinity Church to the Freedom Tower: Slideshow
With the Freedom Tower poised to become New York’s tallest building, find out about other structures that have held that distinction over the years.
Empire State Building For Sale?
With the announcement of a $1 billion public stock offering, it will soon be possible to own a piece of one of the world’s most iconic buildings.
Statue of Liberty Turns 125: Video
Today marks the 125th anniversary of the dedication of the Statue of Liberty, which took place on October 28, 1886.
Wall Street: 300 Years of Protests
As the Occupy Wall Street movement enters its fifth week, explore a map of historic protests, riots and other events in New York’s Financial District.
From Pope Urban VII to Bloomberg, Four Centuries of Smoking Bans
Bans on smoking and tobacco products have a long and complex history dating back to the late 16th century.
