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    • Through the Mirror: Homelessness, Healthcare, and Innovation in the NYC Subways

    • Event Date Thursday, October 15, 2026

    • Time: 6pm-7:30pm ET
    • New York Transit Museum, Brooklyn

    • Free
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    Book cover for Man in the Mirror.

    Image: Book cover of Man in the Mirror: Hope, Struggle, and Belonging in an American City

    Subway riders know the challenges that homelessness poses – both to their commutes, and to their fellow New Yorkers facing a lack of housing and healthcare.  In this panel discussion moderated by Elizabeth Glazer, founder of Vital City, hear from Anand Giridharadas, author of the compelling new book Man in the Mirror: Hope, Struggle, and Belonging in an American City; Cassandra White, Deputy Commissioner, Eugene Ferguson, outreach nurse and Ozioma Offor, outreach nurse, New York City Department of Homeless Services; and Jeremy Feigelson, Senior Advisor at the MTA about the complexities of this problem as well as the collaborative co-response programs and other innovative solutions now being offered by the City, the MTA and their partners.

    This event is in-person. Admission is free; registration is required.

    Additional Information and Policies

    Age Requirements 

    Children ages 2 and over must have their own ticket.

    Children ages 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times.   

    Program Experience

    The Museum is located in a decommissioned subway station.

    • When you arrive, look for a subway station entrance on the Northwest corner of Boerum Place and Schermerhorn Street—that’s us!  The stairway will lead you down to the Museum.
    • There is Wi-Fi, but no cell phone service in the Museum. If you plan to visit with others, we recommend coordinating in advance and entering together.
    • The Museum does not have a bag or coat check. Please do not bring large bags to the Museum to allow more space for visitors in exhibits.
    • While the main program space and a few of our exhibits on the mezzanine have air conditioning and heat, a majority of the Museum (including the entire platform level with our historic trains), does not have climate control.
    • Eating is not allowed anywhere in the Museum.
    Accessibility

    Pets, or comfort, therapy, or emotional support animals are not permitted at Museum programs. Only service animals as defined by the ADA are permitted.

    The Museum is located down a set of stairs. It’s wheelchair-accessible entrance is located at the corner of Schermerhorn and Court Streets. For the best service, we recommend emailing before your visit.

    For information on American Sign Language interpreter requests, Assistive Listening Devices, or other accessibility matters please visit nytransitmuseum.org/accessibility or email [email protected]. If you secure tickets, please request any accommodations via email at least two weeks in advance.

    More Policies

    Please click here to learn more about this program and its policies.

    Contact Us

    Questions? Email [email protected].

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