Ride of Fame, Interactive museum in Times Square, New York City, United States
Ride of Fame is a program that honors notable figures by placing their personalized decals on red double-decker buses that travel throughout Manhattan streets. These mobile tributes feature the names and images of celebrities from entertainment, sports, and other fields, making them visible to thousands of commuters and tourists daily.
The program started in 2010 with a ceremony honoring celebrity chef Rachael Ray, who rode the bus with 50 fans to celebrate the launch. It later expanded beyond New York City when a baseball player received an induction in Miami in 2014, marking its first recognition outside the original location.
Each honoree receives a personalized decal on the front of a tour bus, creating mobile monuments that celebrate their contributions to New York City.
You can spot the decorated buses during their regular routes around Manhattan, especially in tourist areas near Times Square and Central Park. Since induction ceremonies happen at different locations including Pier 78 on the Hudson River, check ahead if you want to attend a specific event.
The initiative expanded beyond New York City in 2014 when baseball player Jeff Conine received recognition in Miami, marking its first out-of-state induction.
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