The Great Gatsby at 100: Empire State Building Lights Up Green

Celebrating a Literary Classic

• 📚 The Great Gatsby, F. Scott Fitzgerald's iconic novel, celebrated its 100th anniversary on April 10th, 1925.
• 🌟 New York City marked the occasion with a special event, including the cast of the Broadway musical and Fitzgerald's great-granddaughter.

Gatsby's Iconic Green Light

• 💡 The Empire State Building was illuminated in a Gatsby green to symbolize the famous green light from the novel.
• 🎯 This green light represents Gatsby's longing and hope, seen across the bay towards Daisy's dock.

Roaring Twenties Revelry

• 🥳 A Gatsby-themed Roaring Twenties party was held, complete with champagne, jazz, and dancing.
• 🎭 Attendees could immerse themselves in the era, relating to Gatsby's themes of heartbreak and the desire to rise above one's station.

Enduring Legacy of The Great Gatsby

• 🎭 The novel continues to be a staple in education, taught by high school English teachers every year.
• 💖 The beloved story is enjoyed by generation after generation, ensuring its legacy for years to come.