Explore the rich history of New York City, past and present, one neighborhood at a time. Through the lens of transportation, discover new places, share stories, and connect with communities.
Join us on a walking tour of Gowanus and Carroll Gardens, unique and historic areas in northwest Brooklyn that have seen their share of transformation. In Gowanus, this former industrial zone continues to change as defunct factories are razed or repurposed, new high rises are built, and its canal is revitalized. Settled in the 19th century by immigrants, Carroll Gardens is now a lively residential neighborhood, with streets lined with brownstones and gardens. Transit has changed both neighborhoods over time, from ferries and street trollies to elevated tracks.
This tour will highlight several unique transit sites including the Smith-9th Street station, one of the highest subway stations in the world, the Carroll Street Bridge, the country’s oldest surviving “retractile” bridge, and the former Brooklyn Rapid Transit Company's central power station.
Members enjoy early access! Tickets go on sale to Museum members on Wednesday, January 10th at 10am ET. Remaining tickets go on sale to the public at Friday, January 12th at 10am ET.
Tours run rain or shine. Walking and climbing stairs required. Please dress for the weather as this tour will take place both indoors and outdoors. Masks are encouraged but are not required.
Photography and video recording are permitted. However, tripods, stands, selfie sticks, and external lights may not be used. All photographs taken are for personal use only and permission to photograph may be revoked at any time.
For information on American Sign Language interpreters, Assistive Listening Devices, or other accessibility matters please visit nytransitmuseum.org/accessibility.
Questions? Email programs@nytransitmuseum.org.
All ticket sales are final. Should you be unable to attend the tour on the date you reserved, the full price of unused tickets may be treated as a donation to the Transit Museum and is tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. The Museum is not able to reschedule reservations to another tour date.
Attendees assume all risks associated with their participation in a New York Transit Museum offsite tour or excursion and understand that events in public spaces, including the transit system, take place in locations under conditions largely beyond the control of Transit Museum staff.
Please note: To receive the member ticket price of $35 in your check-out basket, existing members must sign in above to verify membership.