Oct 18, 2016 · But 20 of its much-loved wooden escalators stayed put. The escalators were built between 1920 and 1930 by the Otis Elevator Company, which pioneered the machinery. …

Nov 14, 2024 · Though commonly referred to as "wooden escalators," only the steps and side panels of Macy's vintage escalators are made of wood. Inside, modern machinery such as …

Jul 19, 2024 · Macy's department store in New York City has the last functioning wooden escalators in not just New York, but in the world, having steadily trundled shoppers for about …

Nov 25, 2020 · There is at least one miracle on 34 th Street, though, and you can ride it just about any time you’re in the area: Macy’s vintage wooden escalators. While today it’s primarily …

Oct 9, 2025 · In an era of machine-made products and mass production, Macy’s wooden escalator was an artisanal touch that reflected a time when craftsmanship was paramount. …

Feb 8, 2025 · Made of Oak and Ash, the Otis Elevator Company built the wooden escalators for Macy's in the 1920's. Imagine all of the people that have stood on those moving steps in the …

Despite the advancements in escalator technology over the years, Macy's has preserved its wooden escalators as a historic feature of the store. They are a beloved and nostalgic part of …

Jul 10, 2023 · It’s biggest charm, however, is those 20 oak and ash Otis jumbo cleat wooden escalators running through the fifth and ninth floors. It’s irresistible not to imagine a century’s …

Macy's Herald Square in New York City boasts a unique feature: 20 wooden escalators, built between 1920 and 1930 by the Otis Elevator Company. Made of oak and ash, with ribbed …

Wooden escalators "A Surviving Wooden Escalator – Macy’s Herald Square, New York City This rare and beautifully preserved wooden escalator, built between 1920 and 1930 by the Otis …