The Waldorf-Astoria is slated to celebrate its 90th birthday later this year. As one of the world's most recognizable hotels, it is rife with historical anecdotes and artifacts that you'd be forgiven not to notice if you just stayed there as a guest for a night.
While 90 years is a relatively short time, compared to some of the oldest hotels in the world, its location in NYC's midtown made this venerable institution a witness to many historical events of the past century. The linked article will take you on an enjoyable trip down memory lane.
It's a testament to the power of architecture to create spaces and buildings that enhance people's lives.