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NYC's 400th Anniversary: Low Interest Sparks Criticism
8/29/2025
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Story summary
- New York City will celebrate its 400th anniversary in 2025, but public interest is low.
- Mayor Eric Adams has pledged a year-long celebration, but few events have been announced.
- Historian Kenneth Jackson criticized the lack of activities, saying, “They’re not doing squat.”
- Residents show indifference towards the city's upcoming milestone.
