Overview
Times Square is a busy intersection in Midtown Manhattan, known for its giant digital billboards, theaters and crowds.
History
The square was named in 1904 for The New York Times, which built its headquarters there. The New Year's Eve ball drop began in 1907.
Today
Hundreds of thousands of people pass through daily, and it needs one of the largest public-safety and security operations anywhere.
Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.