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Interior of a vintage subway car with brown leather seats lining both sides. The car is empty, with advertisement panels above the windows. The lighting is bright, and there's a silver ventilation fan on the ceiling.
Vintage subway car interior with a black-and-white transit map on the left side and destination signs on the right for Willets Point, Times Square, and Flushing Local. The setting has a retro design with beige overhead advertisements.
Vintage subway car interior with wooden benches, metal poles, and advertisements from the mid-20th century on walls and ceiling. The car has a nostalgic and historical ambiance, reflecting classic transit design.
Moving the Millions. Photo: Black Paw
Downtown BrooklynMuseums & Galleries

Moving the Millions

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Dec 4, 2024 - Ongoing

Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat & Sun

place99 Schermerhorn St., Brooklyn, NY, 11201
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Description

Dive into the rich history of New York City’s transit system at the museum that celebrates it every day. Moving the Millions traces the evolution of public transportation, showcasing the vital role transit plays in the City. This exhibit is part of a working subway platform that features 20 vintage subway cars and even a working signal tower.  

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Location

New York Transit Museum

99 Schermerhorn St. Brooklyn, NY, 11201

Contact

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Features

Accessibility
Open and/or Closed Captioned
Assistive Listening System
Sign Language Interpretation
Wheelchair Accessible
Type
Culture & History
Science & Technology

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