In 1923, some wanted the “old” Yankee Stadium to be called “Ruth Stadium.” Owner Jake Ruppert wanted Ruppert Stadium. They settled for the nickname “the House That Ruth Built.” Groundbreaking ceremonies for the “new” stadium took place on August 16, 2006, the 58th anniversary of Babe Ruth’s...
The New York Knicks’ rich history includes six of the 50 Greatest Players in NBA History: Patrick Ewing, Willis Reed, Walt Frazier, Dave DeBusschere, Earl Monroe and Jerry Lucas, but did you know that it can also be linked to Washington Irving and the Dutch settlers? Here...
The World’s Most Famous Arena’s current building is Madison Square Garden’s 4th location in New York City. Did you know that in 2023 it will most likely have to move again? Here are the facts you ought to know: Opened: – Current location opened on February 11, 1968 (scroll...
The Cathedral of St. Patrick (commonly called St. Patrick’s Cathedral)...
“The Statue of Liberty Enlightening the World” (French: La Liberté...
The Empire State Building stood as the world’s tallest building...