What Happened on April 24, 1913

Historical Events

Woolworth Building Opened

The Woolworth Building opened in New York City by Frank Winfield Woolworth at a cost of $13.5 million, at 792 feet then the world's tallest building

Famous Birthdays

  • Violet Archer [Balestreri], Canadian percussionist, composer, teacher, and organist, born in MontrĂ©al, Quebec (d. 2000)

About April 24, 1913

Day of the Week: Thursday
How Long Ago? 111 years and 3 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Greatest Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Ox
Star Sign: Taurus