Tuesday, June 7, 2011

New York Trivia Tuesday

If you're the first person to comment with the correct answer on Trivia Tuesday posts, you'll get 50% off the Amazing New York Race of your choice! Feeling smart? Then answer this week's challenge:

Gracie Mansion is the official residence of the mayor of New York City, and has been since 1942, when mayor Fiorello LaGuardia lived there. But the building has a long history: the Scottish shipping magnate Archibald Gracie had it built for its own use, but surrendered it to pay for his debts. Since then, Gracie Mansion served many different functions before becoming the mayor's abode. What was NOT one of its uses?

a) public restrooms
b) classrooms
c) a bakery
d) an ice-cream stand

Check back on Thursday for the answer to this week's trivia question, and to see if you're the winner!

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