February 2nd in New York history

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372 years ago on February 2nd, 1653

The Dutch settlement "New Amsterdam" is officially named as a city, beginning what would grow from the tip of Manhattan to become New York City

112 years ago on February 2nd, 1913

Grand Central Terminal opens to the public

13 years ago on February 2nd, 2012

A cannonball is discovered on Governors Island

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13 years ago
Mayor Bloomberg Presents New York City's 2013 Preliminary Budget

13 years ago
Cannonball on Governors Island

13 years ago
Balancing The New York City Budget is Like a Trip to IKEA with Your Roommates [video]

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Record High: 59°F in 1988
Record Low: -3°F in 1881

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