Although baby carriages were invented in the 1700s (by English architect William Kent in 1733), it wasn’t until 1889 when the modern stroller was born with William Richardson’s patent. This patent changed the history of baby transportation! The important changes Richardson made were including independently moving wheels, which led to greater maneuverability, and the reversible baby basket, which could face both ways. Here’s the patent picture:
This is a picture of Times Square taken in 1931.
Below, a picture of Times Square taken 80 years later!
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1895-Herald Square (photo source)
Just a few days ago, Macy’s announced that it would begin a 400 million dollar renovation of its flagship store at Herald Square in the Spring of 2012. We figured that this was the perfect time to take a look back in history at Herald Square! Scroll through the pictures below and watch the streets, buildings, and people of New York City transform through the years. See if you can spot all the little (and big) differences with each decade!
The building that you see right in between 6th Avenue and Broadway is the New York Herald Building, which was constructed in 1894 and demolished in 1921. Notice how the sculpture (of Roman goddess Minerva, two laborers, and a bronze bell) from the top of the building is now on the ground in the same location. You’ll see Macy’s on the left beginning in 1902. On the right, the Sixth Avenue Elevated Railway, which closed in 1938.
[1927 Etching by Keith Sheridan- George Washington Bridge under construction.]
80 years ago today, the George Washington Bridge opened to vehicular traffic!
This picture of the busses on 5th Avenue (just above Washington Square Park) was taken on July 10, 1913. Below is the view almost 100 years later! Continue reading
[NYC Playground circa 1910]
This photo, taken 100 years ago in a New York City playground, shows a toddler playing in the dirt with some basic toys: a bucket and shovel. We love that this timeless pastime is still a favorite with children even though technology has transformed the way children play.
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Check out these prices at the A & P at 246 Third Avenue (between 20th and 21st) in 1936!
