May 29

Commanded by Inspector Henry Larsen, the St. Roch had departed Vancouver two years earlier, navigating the treacherous Northwest Passage. The voyage demonstrated the feasibility of northern maritime routes, previously thought impassable due to ice. En route, the vessel endured harsh polar conditions, wintering twice amid shifting sea ice. Its successful return to Halifax proved vital for Arctic sovereignty and inspired future exploration. The expedition provided valuable scientific observations on ice patterns and climatic conditions. St. Roch's journey remains a celebrated achievement in Canadian maritime history. Today, the schooner is preserved at the Vancouver Maritime Museum as a testament to human perseverance.

On May 29, 2015, visitors ascended to floors 100–102 of One World Trade Center via high-speed elevators that feature immersive displays of New York’s skyline evolution. The observatory’s Sky Portal offers a live rotating floor projection, while the City Pulse touchscreen provides guided tours of landmarks below. Designed as an homage to resilience, the venue stands as a tribute to those lost on September 11, 2001, and symbolizes Lower Manhattan’s rebirth. Since opening, the observatory has attracted millions of guests, boosting tourism and economic activity in the area. It blends architectural innovation with educational storytelling, highlighting the city’s past, present, and future.