Hidden History

From Grand Central to Wall Street, go inside some of New York City's most famous places and discover the history hidden in plain sight.

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Hidden History: Federal Hall

Did you know that George Washington was sworn in as president at Federal Hall? Watch to find out more.

Hidden History: Foley Square

Did you know that New York City's Supreme Court is built to float? Watch to find out more.

Hidden History: Grand Central Clock

Did you know that there is a clock in the middle of Grand Central worth $20 million? Watch to find out more.

Hidden History: Grand Central Terminal

Did you know that Grand Central is home to the largest Tiffany stained glass clock in the world?  Watch to find out more.

Hidden History: Grand Central Underground

Did you know that Hitler once sent spies to destroy the Grand Central train system? Watch to find out more.

Hidden History: Madison Square Park

Did you know that the Statue of Liberty's torch once resided in Madison Square Park? Watch to find out more.

Hidden History: Park Avenue

Did you know that Park Avenue used to be a railroad line? Watch to find out more.

Hidden History: Pier 54

Did you know that Pier 54 once welcomed the survivors of the Titanic? Watch to find out more.

Hidden History: Turtle Bay

Did you know that the United Nations was built on the former site of breweries and slaughterhouses? Watch to find out more.

Hidden History: Union Square

Did you know George Washington once rallied his troops at Union Square? Watch to find out more.

Hidden History: Wall Street

Did you know that Wall Street was named after an actual wall that once stretched across Manhattan? Watch to find out more.

Hidden History: Washington Square Park

Did you know that the park was once a burial ground? Watch to find out more.

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May 20

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Levi Strauss and Jacob Davis receive patent for blue jeans, 1873

On this day in 1873, San Francisco businessman Levi Strauss and Reno, Nevada, tailor Jacob Davis are given a patent to create work pants reinforced with…

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