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rabbitcruiser · 11 days

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The Longacre Square in Midtown Manhattan was renamed Times Square after The New York Times on April 8, 1904.

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davidpatrickjohn · 1 year

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#times square #longacre square

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citizenscreen · 4 months

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The first New Year’s Eve celebration was held in Longacre Square (now known as Times Square) in New York City #OnThisDay in 1907.

#new year’s eve #times square #vintage new york

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retropopcult · 2 years

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New York City, circa 1904. A view of Longacre Square, which is soon to be renamed “Times Square” after the recently completed New York Times tower shown just right of center.

#vintage #1900s #horse drawn carriage #turn of the century

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cabaretkel · 6 months

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Broadway Theatres

There are currently 41 operating Broadway theatres, & I have been lucky enough to visit most of them. In descending order by most visited, here is a list of all the productions I’ve seen & the year I attended for each theatre.

Belasco Theatre: Hedwig & the Angry Inch (2014) / Hedwig & the Angry Inch (2015) / Hedwig & the Angry Inch (2015) / Farinelli & the King (2018) / Network (2019)

Neil Simon Theatre: Jesus Christ Superstar (2012) / Big Fish (2013) / All the Way (2014) / Angels in America Part 1 (2018) / Angels in America Part 2 (2018)

Richard Rodgers Theatre: Cat on a Hot Tin Roof (2013) / Romeo & Juliet (2013) / If/Then (2014) / Hamilton (2016) / Hamilton (2018)

Studio 54: The Mystery of Edwin Drood (2013) / Cabaret (2014) / Cabaret (2015) / The Lifespan of a Fact (2019) / Pictures From Home (2023)

Longacre Theatre: First Date (2013) / Of Mice & Men (2014) / Allegiance (2016) / The Prom (2019) / Leopoldstadt (2023)

Brooks Atkinson Theatre / Lena Horne Theatre: Peter & the Starcatcher (2013) / Spring Awakening (2016) / Spring Awakening (2016) / Waitress (2017) / SIX (2023)

Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre: It’s Only a Play (2015) / The Color Purple (2016) / The Ferryman (2018) / Company (2020) / Parade (2023)

Circle in the Square Theatre: Godspell (2012) / Fun Home (2016) / In Transit (2017) / Once on this Island (2018)

Booth Theatre: The Glass Menagerie (2013) / The Elephant Man (2015) / American Son (2019) / Kimberly Akimbo (2023)

Music Box Theatre: Pippin (2013) / The Heidi Chronicles (2015) / Dear Evan Hansen (2017) / Purlie Victorious (2023)

Broadhurst Theatre: The Front Page (2017) / Anastasia (2018) / Jagged Little Pill (2020) / A Beautiful Noise (2023)

Imperial Theatre: Les Miserables (2014) / Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812 (2017) / Carousel (2018) / Bad Cinderella (2023)

Broadway Theatre: Cinderella (2014) / Fiddler on the Roof (2016) / West Side Story (2020) / Here Lies Love (2023)

Ethel Barrymore Theatre: The Bands Visit (2018) / The Inheritance Part 1 (2020) / The Inheritance Part 2 (2020) / Harmony (2023)

Al Hirschfeld Theatre: How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying (2011) / Kinky Boots (2013) / Moulin Rouge (2020)

Nederlander Theatre: Newsies (2014) / Honeymoon in Vegas (2015) / Pretty Woman (2019)

St. James Theatre: Bullets Over Broadway (2014) / Something Rotten! (2016) / Frozen (2018)

Shubert Theatre: Hello Dolly (2018) / To Kill a Mockingbird (2019) / Some Like it Hot (2023)

Winter Garden Theatre: School of Rock (2016) / Beetlejuice (2020) / Back to the Future (2023)

Lunt-Fontanne Theatre: The Addams Family (2011) / Finding Neverland (2016) / Tina - The Tina Turner Musical (2020)

Lyceum Theatre: The Realistic Jones (2014) / A View From the Bridge (2016)

Marquis Theatre: Wonderland (2011) / Evita (2012)

American Airlines Theatre: Violet (2014) / On the Twentieth Century (2016)

Samuel J. Friedman Theatre: Casa Valentina (2014) / Constellations (2015)

Palace Theatre: Annie (2013) / Sunset Boulevard (2017)

Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre: The Bridges of Madison County (2014) / Come From Away (2018)

August Wilson Theatre: Mean Girls (2019) / Funny Girl (2023)

Stephen Sondheim Theatre: Anything Goes (2012) / & Juliet (2023)

Cort Theatre / James Earl Jones Theatre: The Cripple of Inishmaan (2014) / Gutenberg! The Musical (2023)

Hudson Theatre: Toured the theatre (2019) / Merrily We Roll Along (2023)

Eugene O'Neill Theatre: The Book of Mormon (2012)

Minskoff Theatre: Easter Bonnet Competition (2014)

Majestic Theatre: The Phantom of the Opera (2016)

New Amsterdam Theatre: Aladdin (2014)

Walter Kerr Theatre: A Gentleman’s Guide to Love & Murder (2016)

Hayes Theatre: Lobby Hero (2018)

Gershwin Theatre: Wicked (2020)

John Golden Theatre: The Shark is Broken (2023)

Ambassador Theatre: Chicago (2023)

Lyric Theatre: N/A

Vivian Beaumont Theatre: N/A

Shows seen multiple times: Hedwig & the Angry Inch (3), Cabaret (2), Hamilton (2) & Spring Awakening (2).

108 shows, 1 event & 1 tour

#broadway #musical theatre #musicals #theater #theatre

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roscoe-conkling · 1 year

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Longacre Square, where Seventh Avenue intersects Broadway, was in the 1870s originally home to carriage makers and horse traders. William Henry Vanderbilt's American Horse Exchange was located here. In the 1890s, city growth supplanted the horse and carriage industry with theaters, restaurants, and hotels. The New York Times moved here in 1904.

#history #new york city #times square #broadway #gilded age

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whatdoesshedotothem · 2 years

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Saturday 4 May 1839

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good motion fine morning F55° inside and 57 ½° outside at 9 ¼ and rather hazy and dullish – Had Joshua Keighley – paid him 3 bills (2 for Northgate and 1 for Mitham) – oak at 2/9 delivered here lying a year or 2 in his courtyard peeled, not good enough he says for stooths – fine old trees that will square to a foot, 20 or 30ft. of wood in them, standing unpeeled at Siddall hall to be delivered here next week at 3/3 per ft. – breakfast at 9 50/.. in about ½ hour then with A- who had Schofield from Stone stile to borrow £5 refused – then with Robert the joiner ordering about work – how to do the tops of the armoires in the library passage – the oak room to be done next and its armoires the sawyers not come – cannot come till Monday to saw up wood for the house-front gables – then with Booth and Mrs. Lee till after 12 ½ - then a few minutes with A- her luncheon and had her lying by me on the bed in the blue room while I wrote the above of today till now 1pm then inking over pencil York and since accounts till 4 10/.. A- having ridden off to Cliff hill at 2 ¼ and returned at 3 50/.. – Mosey came to speak to me about stack bars and rail-fencing (to be here for the latter purpose at 7am on Wednesday) he waited ¼ hour – went to him at 4 10/.. – had had A- and staid finishing York accounts – a few minutes with Mosey – then at accounts (finished up to the present time)

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at accounts till 5 ½ - then with A- a minute or 2, and about in the house and wrote the last 5 lines till now 6 p.m. – very dark all the afternoon – light rain soon after A- went – a little rain as she returned – Mrs. Lee began the library passage armoires lining on Thursday and another day after today (about 4 days) will complete her job – very nice and convenient and pretty – the cloak closets on the opposite side the passage are finished this evening except flooring, and pegs putting up – the old stoothing is to be hung (covered) with diaper or something – the passage looks very nice, and is very convenient – wrote and sent off by the bad at 6 50/.. Letter to ‘Messrs. Pearce and co. coach makers 103 Longacre London Post Paid’ hoping my carriage is quite ready as I expect to be in London on my way to the continent in a fortnight or 3 weeks from this time – written in the 3rd person as also my note to ‘Messrs. Bacchus nursery and seedsmen York Post paid’ dinner at 7 5/.. – A- read French 3 first pages of Précis de l’ancienne Histoire by Porison and Cayx – sick of the pilgrimage to Jerusalem she began last night – read the newspaper and had coffee till now 9 40/.. – then till 11 A- and I in the tower study she reading (Josephus principally) and I arranging books – F53 ½° inside and F49 ½° outside at 11 pm fine but dull day till between 2 and 3pm and afterwards showers till about 6 and afterwards rain for about an hour at least –

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tengomilpalabrasparati · 11 days

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Tal día como hoy 8 de abril ...

2022: La Academia de Hollywood, en Estados Unidos, tras celebrar una Junta de Gobernadores toma la determinación de sancionar al actor Will Smith por su bofetada a Chris Rock, por la que no podrá participar en ningún evento o programa, en persona o de forma virtual durante los próximos diez años.

2014: Termina el soporte de actualizaciones del sistema operativo de Microsoft Windows XP.

2003: En el marco de la Guerra de Irak, los cámaras José Couso y Taras Prostyuk mueren en Hotel Palestina, Bagdad (Irak), a causa del disparo de un tanque de Estados Unidos.

1994: Un empleado que fue a instalar un sistema de seguridad descubre el cuerpo de Kurt Cobain en su casa, en Seattle (Estados Unidos).

1994: Juan Pablo II inaugura la Capilla Sixtina (en la Ciudad del Vaticano) al finalizar los trabajos de restauración, que se habían prolongado durante trece años.

1978: El atleta de Kenia Henry Rono bate el récord de los 5.000 m masculinos, con un tiempo de 13:08,4 minutos.

1950: India y Pakistán firman el tratado de amistad conocido como el Pacto de Delhi.

1904: La famosa plaza 'Time Square' de Nueva York (Estados Unidos) toma su nombre en honor al periódico The New York Times, sustituyendo al antiguo 'Longacre Square'.

1838: Un tornado azota las afueras de la ciudad de Calcuta (India) causando 215 muertos. Dejó una huella de 26Km, su lentitud de avance lo hizo más letal.

1814: Sucede el Combate de Quechereguas (Chile), en el que el ejército nacional derrota al ejército español.

#Tal día como hoy 8 de abril ...#efemérides

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droughtofapathy · 1 month

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"Welcome to the Theatre": Diary of a Broadway Baby - March 2024 (Total: 17)

Songs from Women at the Table March 4, 2024 | 54 Below | Evening | Cabaret | 1H 25M

Come Spirit Come Charm: A Tribute to the Life and Music of Lucy Simon March 25, 2024 | Joe's Pub | Evening | Concert | 1H 25M

Windows March 26, 2024 | Town Hall | Evening | Reading | 2H

Rendezvous with Marlene March 28, 2024 | 54 Below | Evening | Cabaret | 1H 25M

#broadway #musical theatre #theatre #off-broadway #welcome to the theatre: diary of a broadway baby

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normally0 · 5 months

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"Journey through the Grand Lodge: Architectural Enlightenment and Symbolic Resonance"

In the heart of Longacre, a disused environment concealed the remnants of centuries past — the Grand Lodge of the Freemasons. For the wandering architect, this neglected structure became more than just a canvas for a new project; it unfolded as a tapestry of symbols, a repository of ancient wisdom waiting to be deciphered.

The architect embarked on a journey guided not by blueprints but by the symbolic detritus scattered within the Grand Lodge's silent halls. The journey was framed by the enigmatic Key of Solomon, a grimoire that echoed through the ages, promising a transformation of the spatial concept itself. Armed with this metaphorical key, the architect sought to unlock hidden dimensions within the very essence of architecture.

As the architect delved into the architectural exploration, the traditional drawing instruments ceased to be mere tools; they metamorphosed into instruments of mythical power. The compass and square were no longer confined to drafting boards but became gateways to realms where imagination and reality intertwined. The architect envisioned spaces not bound by physicality but shaped by the ethereal dance of symbols, drawing inspiration from the grimoire's arcane instructions.

The journey unfolded as a performance, a ritualization of the disused environment. The once-silent lodge echoed with the footsteps of a seeker, treading the path of enlightenment. Each room became a stage, each corridor a passage through the degrees of Masonry and the echelons of architectural education. The architect, as both performer and audience, experienced a metamorphosis, transcending the mundane into the sacred.

The spatial symbols, reminiscent of Masonic lore, found contemporary relevance in the architect's reinterpretation. Drawing instruments guided not only the physical construction but also the narrative woven into the very fabric of the structure. The project became a testament to the parallel progression of Masonic degrees and architectural education, where each symbolic step mirrored a corresponding stage in the architect's journey.

The architectural pilgrimage reached its zenith as the once-disused environment transformed into a living testament to the fusion of ancient wisdom and modern design. The architect, now a modern-day myth-maker, had bridged the gap between tradition and innovation, crafting a narrative that resonated with the echoes of the Grand Lodge.

In conclusion, the journey through the Grand Lodge was not merely a physical exploration but a narrative woven through symbols, rituals, and the transformative power of architecture. The architect, having unlocked hidden dimensions and redefined the spatial concept, emerged enlightened — a custodian of tradition and a harbinger of the contemporary in the ever-evolving tapestry of architectural exploration.

#freemasonry #architecture

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twentythreemillionstories · 10 months

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Tuesday 13th June 2023, Los Angeles, 2.43am.

#150,170 — A young country girl comes to the big city and gets involved with unscrupulous people and ends off broke and stranded. The poem describes the fatal stabbing of Paul Kelly, thirty-two, outside the Longacre Tavern in Bath, Somerset, in the early hours of New Year’s Day. When arriving at the station they agree to meet later that day in the central square of the town. But panic seizes her as she realises that the amount of filmed time is in inverse proportion to the time she has left to live.

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rabbitcruiser · 1 year

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The Longacre Square in Midtown Manhattan was renamed Times Square after The New York Times on April 8, 1904.

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citizenscreen · 1 year

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Since 1903, New York Times owner, Adolph Ochs, commemorated their opening with a midnight fireworks show on the roof of the building. That turned into the first New Year’s Eve celebration held in Times Square (then known as Longacre Square) on December 31, 1908. #NewYearsEve

#times square #new year's eve

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gonzalo-obes · 1 year

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IMAGENES Y DATOS INTERESANTES DEL DIA 8 DE ABRIL DE 2023

Día Internacional de Oposición a los Alimentos Transgénicos, Día Internacional del Pueblo Gitano, Año Internacional del Mijo y Año Internacional del Diálogo como Garantía de Paz.

Santa Julia, Santa Macaria y Santa Máxima.

Tal día como hoy en el año 1838: Un tornado azota las afueras de la ciudad de Calcuta (India) causando 215 muertos. Dejó una huella de 26Km, su lentitud de avance lo hizo más letal.

En 1904: La famosa plaza 'Time Square' de Nueva York (Estados Unidos) toma su nombre en honor al periódico The New York Times, sustituyendo al antiguo 'Longacre Square'.

En 1950: India y Pakistán firman el tratado de amistad conocido como el Pacto de Delhi.

En 1978: El atleta de Kenia Henry Rono bate el récord de los 5.000 m masculinos, con un tiempo de 13:08,4 minutos.

En 1994: Juan Pablo II inaugura la Capilla Sixtina (en la Ciudad del Vaticano) al finalizar los trabajos de restauración, que se habían prolongado durante trece años.

En 1994: Un empleado que fue a instalar un sistema de seguridad descubre el cuerpo de Kurt Cobain en su casa, en Seattle.

En 2003: En el marco de la Guerra de Irak, los cámaras José Couso y Taras Prostyuk mueren en Hotel Palestina, Bagdad (Irak), a causa del disparo de un tanque de Estados Unidos.

En 2022: La Academia de Hollywood, en Estados Unidos, tras celebrar una Junta de Gobernadores toma la determinación de sancionar al actor Will Smith por su bofetada a Chris Rock, por la que no podrá participar en ningún evento o programa, en persona o de forma virtual durante los próximos diez años.

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russellpipkin · 1 year

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What To Do in Times Square: Exploring The Heart of The Big Apple

Welcome to the dazzling lights and hustle-bustle of Times Square. This vibrant and energetic hub embodies what it truly means to be in New York City! Whether you’re standing between the skyscrapers, people-watching from one of the outdoor cafes, or just taking in all the bright signs around you, Times Square is an experience like no other.

From Broadway shows to 5-star restaurants, this area has something for everyone looking for an exciting day or night out on the town. Feeling up for some exploration? Follow us as we guide you through this great part of NYC – peek into its history, uncover hidden gems exclusive to locals and get caught up in its energy while strolling down its iconic streets!

Where Exactly is Times Square?

Times Square is located at Broadway and Seventh Avenue intersection in Manhattan, New York City. It’s easy to find since Times Square is one of the most popular travel spots in NYC, and you’ll be able to spot it right away with its bright signs and bustling crowds.

Broadway, Seventh Avenue, West 42nd Street, and West 47th Street roughly bound the street. However, the area is much more than just a street – it also encompasses several blocks of Times Square Plaza, Duffy Square, Father Duffy Square and surrounding neighborhoods.

This shows a map of Times Square with a map marker on it’s exact location. 7th Ave. and Broadway in Manhattan.

History and Culture of Times Square

Times Square has a rich history that dates back over a century ago. It was formerly known as Longacre Square and, before that, it was a Native American hunting ground. In 1904, The New York Times moved its headquarters there and renamed it Times Square in honor of the newspaper.

Over time it has become an iconic venue for major events – from the ball drop on New Year’s Eve to the many Broadway productions in its theaters daily. Times Square is brimming with energy and culture, from bright signs and billboards to street performers and costumed characters.

Things to See and Do

Times Square offers many activities, from enjoying the breathtaking sights. Ice skating at Rockefeller Center to get tickets to award-winning Broadway shows such as Wicked or The Lion King. Don’t forget to take in One Times Square skyscraper and score a late show audience ticket. Experience firsthand why it’s known as the Crossroads of the World. Let’s explore more of the attractions that make Times Square special.

Lit up LED billboards on Broadway in Times Square NYC in the heart of Manhattan at the corner of 7th Ave.

The endless neon lights and billboards!

The heart of Times Square is its billboards and neon signs, including the world-famous Toshiba billboard – a larger-than-life replica of a laptop computer that plays videos every 15 minutes. Pictures with the iconic red steps across from it also make great souvenirs!

At night, the area lights up like a carnival with its electric signs, dazzling screens and colorful characters. Stroll around, take in all the vibrant visuals, or even get your photo taken with one of the costumed characters roaming around – you can’t miss them!

Go for Broadway Shows

No trip to Times Square would be complete without taking in a Broadway show. Whether it’s a smash hit like The Book of Mormon or more classic offerings such as A Chorus Line, the theater district is packed with performances every day.

You can find discounted tickets at TKTS booths in Duffy Square, Father Duffy Square and the South Street Seaport.

Visit Madame Tussauds

Take a snooze from the hustle and bustle of Times Square with a visit to Madame Tussauds Wax Museum. Get up close and personal with life-sized replicas of A-list celebrities, international leaders and legendary figures from history.

Take your pictures with the wax figures and see if you can spot all the hidden details in each museum’s exhibit. You’ll be amazed at how realistic they look!

Shopping in Times Square

You’re lucky – Times Square has stores ranging from exclusive designer boutiques to discount outlets. Shopaholics will love the many stores and boutiques that line the streets of Times Square, such as Sephora.

From souvenirs for friends and family to that special something you need to complete any look, nothing can beat shopping in Times Square!

Bring your appetite!

From upscale eateries to cheap street food, Times Square is a foodie haven. Whether it’s Italian cuisine or classic American fare you’re after, this area has plenty of great spots for all tastes and budgets. Some of the best restaurants include John’s Pizzeria, SESAMO Italian Restaurant and Burger Joint NYC.

Taste the best cheesecake at Junior’s, the world-famous eatery that has been serving delicious New York delights since 1950. Or get a quick snack from one of the many street vendors throughout Times Square – plenty to choose from!

A photo of restaurants you can fine in TImes Square located in Manhattan NYC.

Insider Tips to Make the Most of Times Square Experience

Before you visit Times Square, keep these insider tips in mind:

Book your tickets far in advance to avoid long lines and sold-out shows.

Skip the cabs and take the subway – it’s cheaper and faster. Get out at 42nd Street – Times Square station. You’ll be right in the heart of all the action.

Bring a map to ensure you don’t miss some of the lesser-known attractions – Times Square is packed with hidden gems!

Go early in the morning if you want to avoid crowds. The place becomes crowded by noon and stays that way until midnight.

Don’t forget to bring an umbrella if you’re visiting in the winter. It’s a good idea to plan and be prepared for any rain or snow. If you’re visiting in the summer, wear comfortable clothes and shoes – Times Square can get very hot!

Leave time to explore the area’s side streets – you’ll find some of the best restaurants, shops and attractions.

Don’t forget your camera – you’ll want to capture all those amazing sights and sounds! Make sure to take a picture with the costumed characters – they’re part of the experience! But don’t forget to bring cash for tipping street performers and costumed characters.

Finally, make sure you wear comfortable shoes – Times Square is huge, and you’ll be doing a lot of walking!

With these tips in mind, you’ll make the most of your visit to Times Square. Enjoy your stay!

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fmp2maxleighton · 1 year

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Times Square is a large commercial intersection, entertainment hub and tourist destination located in Manhattan, New York City, USA, formed by the junction of Broadway, 42nd Street and Seventh Avenue. It is known world wide for the large array of electronic billboards that are always illuminated, usually advertisements for companies, brands, movies TV, Spotify or live shows, and is a major center of the world’s entertainment industry. Formerly known as Longacre Square until 1904, it was renamed when the New York Times moved into the new Times Building, now known as One Times Square, the center building of the square which also holds the iconic ball drop every New Years. Times Square serves as inspiration for an upcoming landscape piece I’m doing for the FMP, situated in CROWN Module City.

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