Transit Walk: Gowanus and Carroll Gardens
This event will be available 1/16/2026 10:00:00 AM.
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 trolleys to elevated tracks.
This tour highlights 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 14 at 10am ET. Remaining tickets go on sale to the public Friday, January 16 at 10am ET.
Checking Out
Members can buy discounted tickets for the number of people covered by your membership. Visit nytransitmuseum.org/memberstickets or contact membership@nytransitmuseum.org with any questions. To receive the member ticket price:
- Sign in above to verify membership.
- Once signed in, enter your desired number of member tickets in the Adult Member/Child Member boxes.
- Click the “Register” button and add your information. The prices on this page will remain the same, and the member’s discount will automatically be applied at checkout on the last page.
After you book your ticket, you will receive three emails. One will be a receipt, another ticket(s), and the third will include more information about your program. Please contact programs@nytransitmuseum.org if you do not receive the third email.