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U.S. Travel
New York City Attractions
Times Square
"NEW"
New Year's Eve Ball

New Year's Eve Celebration
and Ball Drop in Times Square
Times Square is world-famous for its annual New Year's Eve celebrations and the "lowering
of the Ball" to ring in the New Year.
New Year's Eve Ball Trivia
The ball was first dropped in 1907 to celebrate the New
Year. Back then, it was made of iron
and wood. It weighed
700 pounds and was lit with 100 25-watt bulbs. Since then,
five other versions of the ball were designed. In 1999, the "crystal"
ball was
introduced
to
welcome
in the
new millennium.
100-Year Anniversary
(2008)
New Year's Eve Ball
A new Waterford Crystal Ball (with LED bulbs) was designed to celebrate
the 100-Year Anniversary of the famous event.
The following are some photos of the "NEW" 100-Year Anniversary
New Year's Eve Ball for 2008.





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