Daily Facts about New York City

2023

The Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire occurs in 1911, resulting in the deaths of 123 young garment workers in New York City.

1986

The centenary of the Statue of Liberty's dedication is celebrated in New York City.

1980

Musician John Lennon, formerly of the Beatles, is fatally shot and killed outside his New York City residence.

1936

The Metropolitan Opera House in New York City is officially opened.

1931

The George Washington Bridge, connecting New York City and New Jersey, officially opens.

1927

The Holland Tunnel, connecting New York City and New Jersey, opens to vehicular traffic.

1927

The Holland Tunnel, the first underwater vehicular tunnel, opens to connect New York City and New Jersey.

1915

Nearly 25,000 women march in New York City, demanding the right to vote.

1907

The inaugural electric ball drop in Times Square, New York City, inaugurates a New Year's Eve tradition still observed today.

1907

Panic of 1907: A run on Knickerbocker Trust Company deposits triggers a mass financial crisis.