Covid-19 Information & Updates
In response to Governor Cuomo’s statewide ban on all gatherings of more than 500 individuals, starting tomorrow, March 14th, all New York Transit Museum locations will be closed to the public until further notice.
Visit
See information about visiting the Transit Museum in Downtown Brooklyn or at Grand Central Terminal, and view directions, hours and admission prices for both locations.
School Group Visits
Reservations are now open! School programs at the Transit Museum are offered Tuesdays – Fridays, September – June.
Accessibility
The Transit Museum in Downtown Brooklyn and the Transit Museum Gallery Annex & Store at Grand Central terminal are wheelchair accessible.
Access Programs
The Transit Museum is dedicated to celebrating the strengths of people with different abilities and making its extensive collection accessible to all.
Subway Sleuths
The Transit Museum’s after-school program for children on the autism spectrum is honored to receive the 2016 National Arts and Humanities Youth Program Award!
Group Reservations
Explore our hands-on collection of vintage subway and elevated cars and exhibits that share the rich story of public transportation. Group tours are perfect for adults, active seniors, and college or university groups.
Old City Hall Station
Find out how to get tickets for an upcoming tour of Old City Hall Station. Remember, you must be a Museum member to be eligible for tickets for Old City Hall station tours!
How to Buy Members’ Tickets
See a step-by-step guide for purchasing Museum members’ tickets for upcoming tours and excursions.
Collections
The Transit Museum is dedicated to collecting, preserving and making accessible materials relating to the region’s land based public transportation systems, past and present.
Vintage Fleet
Check out a selection of restored train cars and buses from our vintage fleet!
Make a Gift
Support the New York Transit Museum! Your entirely tax-deductible contribution will enable the Transit Museum to continue creating innovative exhibits, accessible education programs, and unforgettable experiences.
Gala
Friends of the New York Transit Museum, a 501c3 nonprofit organization, holds a Gala every year to raise funds to support the Museum’s exhibitions, programs, and collections. Our 2019 Gala will be held on Wednesday, October 30th at the Jacob. J. Javits Convention Center.
Frequently Asked Questions About Membership
Get answers to frequently asked questions about Transit Museum membership.
Rentals
The Transit Museum is one of New York City’s most unique venues for private and corporate events.
Birthday Parties
Celebrate your child’s next birthday party at home with the New York Transit Museum! Our online celebrations are 45 minutes of fun for up to 30 of your friends, and include storytelling, singing, movement, and hands on activities.
About
The Transit Museum is dedicated to telling and preserving the stories of mass transportation—extraordinary engineering feats, workers who labored in the tunnels over 100 years ago, communities that were drastically transformed, and the ever-evolving technology, design, and ridership of a system that runs 24 hours a day, every day of the year.
Library Membership
By joining as an Institutional Member, libraries can offer their patrons free admission to the Transit Museum year-round!
Members Appreciation Month
Our vibrant member community plays a vital role at the Transit Museum and throughout the month of April, we’re celebrating you!
Remote Learning Resources
See virtual visit videos with Museum Educators, archival images, lesson plans, suggested reading lists, and more!
Transit Kids at Home
Explore videos, workshops, and images for young transportation fans, right from home!
Transit Tots
Join New York Transit Museum educators for transit-themed songs, stories and activities for the youngest transportation fans.
