Smithsonian Magazine

The Founders of the ‘New York Times’ Pledged to Cover ‘Every Subject of Public Importance.’ 175 Years Later, the Paper Continues to Publish ‘All the News That’s Fit ...

Much has changed since the publication debuted on September 18, 1851. What hasn't changed, staff members say, is the paper's mission ...
nytimes.com

How Do You Share 175 Years of New York Times History?

For dozens of editors and reporters, the anniversary of the first issue of The Times in 1851 has been a moment to look back. By Sarah Bahr Times Insider explains who we are and what we do, and ...
Opinion

A.G. Sulzberger: The Story of America, Told in 15 Million First Drafts of History

On Sept. 18 of that year, at the south end of the island, on Nassau Street, the newspaper we know today as The New York Times published its first issue. Put together in unfinished lofts by candlelight ...

7 ads that define ‘The New York Times’

For its 175th birthday, the publication looks back through its advertising history. This week, The New York Times is celebrating the 175 anniversary of its founding on September 18, 1851. To ...