Transit Walk - Deep Dive: 100 Years after Breaking Ground on the IND’s First Route
Sunday, March 22, 2026
2pm ET
Offsite Program
General Public $40 / Members $35
Almost as soon as the New York City subway opened in 1904, crowded trains and packed platforms pushed the system to its limits. In the 1920s, the city proposed a bold solution to expand services: a municipal-run subway, what would come to be known as the Independent Subway (IND). Designed to relieve congestion and improve service, the IND introduced faster trains, larger and more modern stations, and cutting-edge technological improvements.
Join transit historian Andy Sparberg for a deep dive on the IND’s first route, which began construction in 1925, 100 years ago. Travel up the Eighth Avenue line from lower to upper Manhattan and stop at key stations along the way. Discover hidden architectural features and upgraded design elements, while hearing behind-the-scenes stories of the subway’s ambitious growth.
As always everyone is welcome to join. This tour provides a deep dive, thus is best suited for those who have some knowledge of New York City transit.
Members enjoy early access! Tickets go on sale to Museum members on Wednesday, January 14 at 10am ET. Remaining tickets go on sale to the public Friday, January 16 at 10am ET.
$40 - General Public / $35 - Museum Members
Additional Information & Policies:
Member Discounts
To receive the member ticket price, click the register button and sign in on the ticketing page to verify membership. The discount will appear at checkout.
All Ticket Sales are Final
If you cannot attend the program on the date you reserved or do not submit security materials in time, the total price of unused tickets will be treated as a donation to the Transit Museum and is tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. Tickets are non-refundable, cannot be transferred to another date, and cannot be used by another individual.
Age Requirements
Children ages 2 and up need their own ticket to the program.
Children ages 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Program Experience
Tours run rain or shine, and require walking, standing, and stair climbing. Restrooms are not available on the tour route and there may not be places to sit or amenities like climate control. Tours last approximately 90 minutes.
Please wear comfortable shoes.
Accessibility
Walking and climbing stairs required.
Pets, or comfort, therapy, or emotional support animals are not permitted at Museum programs. Only service animals as defined by the ADA are permitted.
For information on American Sign Language interpreter requests, Assistive Listening Devices, or other accessibility matters please visit the accessibility page. nytransitmuseum.org/accessibility or email [email protected]. If you secure tickets, please request any accommodations via email at least two weeks in advance.
Contact Us
Questions? Email [email protected].
Image: 123rd Street at St. Nicholas Avenue, 1925. Lundin Collection, New York Transit Museum
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