Hearin' New York

The REAL History of the Empire State Building Will Surprise You!


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Once upon a time, it was the tallest building in the world. Today, it’s the most popular tourist attraction in New York.

But for the Empire State Building, the early days of this towering skyscraper weren’t easy. 

In today’s episode, Ginni shares the surprising history behind one of New York's biggest cultural landmarks and most popular tourist attractions, the Empire State Building. 

You’ll learn about its impressive dimensions, helping you understand why it actually has its own zip code.  You’ll learn about its 40-year streak as the tallest building and hear about a few misfortunes the building suffered in its early years. You’ll also hear about the annual Empire State Building Run-Up, and the wide array of activities available for visitors.  

 

What You’ll Learn:

  • (0:32) The actual size of the Empire State Building
  • (1:31) New York’s skyscraper race to the top
  • (2:04) A handful of unfortunate starts 
  • (3:26) What makes it so iconic 
  • (4:16) The many experiences of visiting 
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    Resources:

    The Empire State Building: https://www.esbnyc.com/

     

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    Hearin' New YorkBy Ginni Media