The Statue of Liberty in New York City, New York is one of the world's most iconic landmarks and most popular tourist attractions, but over a hundred years ago, it actually used to be a lighthouse.

This is an extended version of the interview by FOX 13 News reporter Chris Reed with Liberty Village Chairman Lex Howard and President Dennis Leavitt.

When Brooklyn was incorporated as a city in 1834, building a new city hall was high on the list of priorities.