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Which came first: the New York Stock Exchange or the White House?
The New York Stock Exchange came first, in 1792 (founded). The White House followed 8 years later, in 1800 (first occupied).
- First1792
The New York Stock Exchange
institution · foundedThe New York Stock Exchange traces its roots to the Buttonwood Agreement, signed by 24 New York brokers in 1792.
- Second1800
The White House
landmark · first occupiedJohn Adams moved into the White House in 1800, before it was even finished.
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Years from Wikidata, each checked against the item’s English Wikipedia article on 2026-10-18. A year stands for what its label says: a founding, a first patent, a premiere.