Subway Sleuths

Subway Sleuths is a 10-week after-school program at the New York Transit Museum designed for students with autism who share a love of transit. The program supports peer-to-peer interaction and builds confidence in students to navigate social situations by focusing on their interest in public transit. 

Using a strength-based approach, participants explore the museum’s exhibits and collection, share their enthusiasm with others, and engage in transit-themed games and activities. Each session offers opportunities for group collaboration and varied social engagement. 

Sessions are led by Transit Museum Educators, speech-language pathologists, and special education professionals. 

How to Apply

Applications for the Fall 2025 semester have closed.

All interested candidates must submit an application. Candidates are screened to ensure that the accepted children show complementary social and communication profiles and have a strong interest in transit.

Information for 2nd & 3rd graders:

The in-person screening for 2nd & 3rd graders will be after school on Wednesday, September 10th. Group sizes are small, and space is limited. The program costs $400 for the semester for accepted students. Limited partial scholarships are available.

Information for 4th & 5th graders:

The in-person screenings for 4th & 5th graders will be after school on Wednesday, February 10th and on the morning of Saturday, September 13th. (Please indicate your preferred day on the application). Group sizes are small, and space is limited. The program costs $400 for the semester for accepted students. Limited partial scholarships are available.