New York Transit Museum

Category: Museum in New York

Address: 99 Schermerhorn St, Brooklyn, NY 11201, USA

Phone: +17186941600

Opening hours

Sunday: 10AM–4PM

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday: Closed

Thursday: 10AM–4PM

Friday: 10AM–4PM

Saturday: 10AM–4PM

Reviews

Alex Taylor

Sep 25, 2022

Excellent museum in Brooklyn and well worth a visit when in NYC; something a bit different and not so much on the tourist radar. Really interesting learning about the history of the subway and it's construction. Cool to see some preserved historical carriages as well.

Angelica

Sep 20, 2022

Perfect for kids and for lovers of history

Gareth Rhys

Sep 20, 2022

So fun to see all the old subway cars, although (as a transportation ingenu) I was slightly overwhelmed with the amount of information.

Jacqueline Cerniglia

Sep 17, 2022

This is a GREAT museum. So much history and great visuals and experiences to see it all. Both for subways and buses - took my two year old boy who is very active and it was a great interactive space. Super affordable. Highly recommend.

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Questions & Answers

What is the admission to get inside

Dee Coleman | Sep 25, 2017
Tony M | Sep 25, 2017

As of August 30, 2017. Admission Adults $10 Children (2-17) $5 Seniors 62+ $5, Seniors are free on Wednesdays (excludes senior group visits) Museum Members free

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Do they have a gift shop?

Aracelys Urena | Sep 25, 2019
Henry Weit | Sep 25, 2019

They have an extensive gift shop selling whatever they can think of that in any way relates to the MTA. I liked it, but would have liked to see more books on their own collection. Its really quite an impressive museum.

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Wheel chair accessible?

Patricia Jurjo | Sep 25, 2018
hope matechick | Sep 25, 2018

Yes, there is a separate entrance for wheelchairs.

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How much time should I expect to spend in the museum?

Weston Ruter | Sep 25, 2018
Tat Chuen Kong | Sep 25, 2018

On a rush round, it would take around an hour. If you want to linger round some of the exhibits and study them, quite a bit longer. It really depends on how interested you are in the history of public transport in and around New York.

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Does the museum have trolleys

Eric Rodriguez | Sep 25, 2018
Mad Maxx | Sep 25, 2018

Not the actual trolleys, but many historic photos and videos.

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Can I bring a stroller?

Elizabeth LaFauce | Sep 25, 2019
Oscar Vera | Sep 25, 2019

Yes, you can and will work if you kid is really to young for be walking around , but I didn't saw any kind of stroller access, which means you need to carry or roll the stroller through the stairs, this museum is set in an old train station.

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Why does it close early?

HeyItsDavid | Sep 25, 2018
Worker Sergio | Sep 24, 2021

Because it's a museum, they're notorious for closing early.

Can I bring a one year old?

Wilfredo Ortiz Jr | Sep 25, 2018
Sarah Castillo | Sep 25, 2018

Yes,the admission is free for under 2 years old

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How much for mtA employees

Matt Springer | Sep 25, 2018
DYING ANDROID | Sep 25, 2018

Free admission if you're a MTA employee.

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Do you still have the collectible tokens through the years?

Barbara Jules | May 27, 2022
Samar Gabourel | May 27, 2022

In the gift shop or as part of the exhibit? I'm not sure about the gift shop but they do have a section that shows the tickets/tokens that have been used throughout the years. It was really cool to see the change in tokens.

Is there a Parking lot near by?

Camilo Correa | May 27, 2022
Golden Paydirt Reviews | May 27, 2022

Many! There’s one two doors down! You’ll be fine and safe!

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Can you buy tickets in front entrance?

Beiker Solis | Sep 24, 2020
Masfiquil Islam Shoccho | Sep 24, 2020

Yes

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Is it still closed?

Egor Staroverov | Sep 24, 2020
Masfiquil Islam Shoccho | Sep 24, 2020

No its open.

Do they have a coat check?

Sierra Neale | Sep 24, 2020
Tatiana Mazurkina | Sep 24, 2020

Nope

Does the 2 train is running again

Linton Nesbeth | Sep 25, 2019
Michael Nixt | Sep 25, 2019

Yes.

How long does it take to go through the museum?

Sriram | Sep 25, 2019
Geek and Proud | Sep 25, 2019

It took us about 2 hours. There are lots of things to read. We really enjoyed it

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What year did they open up Transit Musuem?

Jocelyn Lundy | Sep 25, 2019
Christopher Rodriguez | Sep 25, 2019

In 1993

Where is the entrance to the museum? Also is there an elevator into the museum?

Dante Medori (Dantelevator) | Sep 25, 2019
Astrid Dornauer | Sep 25, 2019

The Transit Museum has wheelchair accessible entrance (wheelchair lift) no elevator and is located on the corner of Schermerhorn and Court Streets, in Downtown Brooklyn

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Are you allowed to take photographs of exhibits?

Lesley Bridson | Sep 25, 2019
Phil Douglas | Sep 25, 2019

Yes

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Hello...Are there any place to keep my bike safe, while i'm visting? Tks!

Mark Robert | Sep 25, 2018
AmtrakKid642 | Sep 25, 2019

That's Citi bikes if you have your own bike I would suggest you bring a chain and lock for your bike.

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When do they give rides? Also how much is it to ride?

mrfuntime freddy | Sep 25, 2018
Edward Herrera | Sep 25, 2018

Their Website have information on that, I heard they take some of the old cars out for ride at different time throughout the year.

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Do u pay when u get there or u have to call for a ticket? How do u get one ?

Gustavo Bonilla | Sep 25, 2018
Amy Chin-Rivera | Sep 25, 2018

You pay the admission when you get to the museum. It's not necessary to call in advance for a ticket.

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Do they accept IDNY?

Elisabeth Ellor | Sep 25, 2018
Andrew Mencher | Sep 25, 2018

No

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DO THEY Have R33WF R36WF

diego clark | Sep 25, 2018
Jim Marshall | Sep 25, 2018

Yes 1 R33wf on display

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How much are the tickets

nicholas vahos | Sep 25, 2017
Tony M | Sep 25, 2017

As of August 30, 2017. Admission Adults $10 Children (2-17) $5 Seniors 62+ $5, Seniors are free on Wednesdays (excludes senior group visits) Museum Members free

When will the New York Transit Museum be open full time permanently?

Yassine rmidi | Sep 21, 2022
Sheron Cyrus | Sep 21, 2022

Tomorrow

Does the museum have an elevator for wheelchair bound visitors??! And if yes then where exactly?? Thanks!!

zuki1899 | Sep 10, 2022
Mehul Shah | Sep 10, 2022

"The Transit Museum’s wheelchair accessible entrance is located on the corner of Schermerhorn and Court Streets, in Downtown Brooklyn. Once there please press the call button to the left of the gate. The Museum’s admissions coordinator will dispatch a staff member to operate the lift."

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When will the mask thing get removed permanently?

Yassine rmidi | Aug 25, 2022
Ralph Lorenzo | Aug 25, 2022

Hopefully when the MTA removed the mask mandate the museum will too.

Now that things are a lot calmer now than before,Do you still need to wear a mask here or is it optional now?

Yassine rmidi | Jul 26, 2022
James M | Jul 26, 2022

Unfortunately you still have to wear one there. In fact there are numerous employees walking around who will correct you if you pull it down even if you are standing alone.

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If I am a member and I have guest passes, will my guest need to pay?

Andrea Facey | Apr 27, 2022
Travel Lover | Apr 27, 2022

Yes guest has to pay. $ 10

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How can I speak to a real person at this museum? I signed up for membership a month ago but have heard nothing since.

Mary Hackett | Apr 27, 2022
A Ow | Apr 27, 2022

Send an email to their customer service Reps.

Do my son have to Vaccinated

Nellie Eats | Mar 28, 2022
Krystle B | Mar 28, 2022

If he is 5yr or older, yes he has to be vaccinated

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Are law enforcement personnel active or retired permitted to carry st the museum

edward clifford | Sep 24, 2021
Richard Lewis | Sep 24, 2021

It's not a Federal site, I think you should be fine, but call ahead to make sure.

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Are they open?

Kr4zy01 | Sep 24, 2021
Louie Morales | Sep 24, 2021

Yes, Friday through Sunday from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm.

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Hi I would like to know if the New York Transit Museum has plans to open anytime soon? Thanks

Tricia Wittman | Sep 24, 2021
DANIEL'S COOL CHANNEL | Sep 24, 2021

On their Facebook page, they say it's going to open on August 14 2021.

Is the museum open or closed as of April 18 2021?

Julio Av (SS4JULIO) | Sep 24, 2021
DANIEL'S COOL CHANNEL | Sep 24, 2021

It's going to open again on August 14 of this year.

Idk if I'll be able to come but I'll try BC my birthday is tomorrow witch is Sunday so I'll try to wake up early

I'm that bitch Bitch | Sep 24, 2021
Gustavo Marrero | Sep 24, 2021

happy birthday

Can you get tickets in the front entrance?

Beiker Solis | Sep 24, 2020
Worker Sergio | Sep 24, 2021

Yes.

I just came from there and it's closed. Website says closed. I'm curious where the recent reviews (within therapist two weeks) came from since it's closed?

Safe Travels Guy | Sep 24, 2020
Ana Felix | Sep 24, 2020

You should always call before going so you can now book ticket calling them or online.and you know if open or not also 311 will give info on what is going on

What subway would I get from Battery Park to the Transit Museum?

David Murphy | Sep 24, 2020
Norma David | Sep 24, 2020

The 4 & The Five To Court St .. Walk A Few Blocks Over

How much are the tickets

ana Mejivar | Sep 24, 2020
Ed N | Sep 24, 2020

Ten dollars

is open museum December 8

Nory Dolmo | Sep 24, 2020
Roberto Torres | Sep 24, 2020

Yes

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Is the meuseum free just for MTA employees or people who work in some corporate companies like Bloomberg also have free ?

Sagar Vora | Sep 24, 2020
Megan O'Hanlon | Sep 24, 2020

The museum is not free. I don't know if certain people can get in for Free.

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Does the museum show early tunnel construction

gwen roberts | Sep 24, 2020
Franky B. | Sep 24, 2020

Yes the museum do that, you see tools a movie on a screen and pictures who show how the tunnel was build.

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Does the museum show the construction of the tunnels?

gwen roberts | Sep 24, 2020
Rémi Pichon | Sep 24, 2020

There is, at the beginning of the exhibition you have details about the different type of construction, the tools used back in time and some interesting photos of construction sites

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Hey I know is 10$ for adults but how much are for kids cause I'm about to take like few of them

Evelyn Simo | Sep 25, 2019
Ipshita Datta | Sep 25, 2019

It's about $5 for kids in the age range 2-17 years old

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Considering that it's a NYC subway station, is it air conditioned (summer) or heated (winter)?

Bonny & Cory | Sep 25, 2019
Thomas Lyman | Sep 25, 2019

You answered your own question. It is a NYC Subway station hot when hot cold when cold.

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What is the entry time?

Ellen Diaz | Sep 25, 2019
Mariano Carmine | Sep 25, 2019

Sunday11: 00-17: 00mondayCerradomartes10: 00-16: 00midnight10: 00-16: 00jours10: 00-16: 00furday10: 00-16: 00Saturday11: 00-17: 00 Suggest an edition

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When is it free

Ira James | Sep 25, 2019
Marcela Crovetto | Sep 25, 2019

It is free only for museum's members.

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How much is the admission

Omar Perez | Sep 25, 2019
Denise White | Sep 25, 2019

$10.00 Adults, $5.00 Sr. Citizens and Children

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How is parking

david j Soto | Sep 25, 2019
Richard Grech | Sep 25, 2019

Difficult to park on the street. The best way to get there is by subway.

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How much does it cost to go?

Keiry Castillo | Sep 25, 2019
matthew smith | Sep 25, 2019

$10 is what we paid for each of us. Well worth price of admission

How much is membership

Michele Rawlins | Sep 25, 2019
matthew smith | Sep 25, 2019

Starting at $60 and $40 for student rates.

is the admission free with an Idnyc card?

Joan Jones | Sep 25, 2019
bklyn capo | Sep 25, 2019

No u have to pay

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Is there available parking at the museum?

Tea | Sep 25, 2019
Cynthia Bullock | Sep 25, 2019

No parking

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Does the museum still sell EZ passes ? (passes you put $ on/ pay toll to go over bridge)

Angel Lupo | Sep 25, 2019
KENDRICK MARTIN | Sep 25, 2019

http://www.thruway.ny.gov/ezpass/otg/mobile.html

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Does the gift shop still handle EZ passes??

Angel Lupo | Sep 25, 2019
Yisroel Messik | Sep 24, 2020

Greatmuseum

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How much is it to get in the NY Transit Museum?

Joseph Limery | Sep 25, 2019
Keith Spitz | Sep 25, 2019

10 for adults, 5 for seniors, not sure about children. Seniors over 62 free on Wednesday.

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Is it okay to take professional photos modeling on these trains while visiting?

Jalen Jay-Doggz Hemphill | Sep 25, 2019
Davis Groves | Sep 25, 2019

Check with the staff before visiting. Keep in mind, there will be other visitors here during business hours.

What time is it open on Sundays

Hopeton Mighty | Sep 25, 2019
Michelle D. Gonzalez | Sep 25, 2019

I don't know, I didn't go on a Sunday...I went during the week..but look at their website...for more info. Good day!!

Do they accept debit

David Feliciano | Sep 25, 2019
Tat Chuen Kong | Sep 25, 2019

I visited last June (2018). As far as I can remember, they accepted my (UK) debit card then.

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Is it accessible for walkers

Judith Torres | Sep 25, 2019
Patricia Leininger | Sep 25, 2019

I did see an elevator next to the entrance

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What it cost to go now.

Jorge Ramos | Sep 25, 2019
kris rodriguez | Sep 25, 2019

Adults 10.00 Child from the age 2-17- 5.00 Senior 62and over 5.00and also free on Wednesday

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Is there parking

Nona Stevens Stevens | Sep 25, 2019
Toya Blythe | Sep 25, 2019

Nope. No parking. Just take the train to Brooklyn.

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What is the current admission for students?

Stephanie Raghunath (Itzwhateva.s_) | Sep 25, 2019
Jose Sepulveda | Sep 25, 2019

According to their website There is no student discount. It's Adults: $10 Children (2-17): $5 Seniors 62+: $5, Free on Wednesdays

Can I pay the entry ticket with credit card?

Tibor Lukács | Sep 25, 2019
Naomi Beckles | Sep 25, 2019

Yes

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Is there a D train located at the museum ?

Brian Wright | Sep 25, 2019
New Yorker 87 | Sep 25, 2019

D train doesn't go close. 2,3,4,5 to Borough Hall or A,C,F,R to Jay St Metro Tech is closest stations.

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Do they have old buses too or just trains?

Chris Rivera | Sep 25, 2019
Patrick Reilly | Sep 25, 2019

Yes they have old buses

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Am planning to come but my question am driving in is there parking lot or street parking? And for how much ?

nicole santibanez | Sep 25, 2019
Nathan Foulds | Sep 25, 2019

Street parking where and when available across the street from City Hall. I recommend researching and taking the subway to within a few blocks walk from it. MUCH cheaper and easier to get around.

Where is parking for the transit museum

susan fontanella | Sep 25, 2019
Nathan Foulds | Sep 25, 2019

The museum is in the subway line terminus in an actual subway station right across from Brooklyn City Hall. Normal street parking is everywhere in the area.

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Can public school students enter for free with their school ID number on the New York Transit Muesum.

Mirian Ramirez Garita | Sep 25, 2019
Sidney A SPRINGER | Sep 25, 2019

I don't know the answer to that question but you can call them and asked them that question okay. Sid

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How much does a visit cost a person?

Menahem Mendel Aviad | Sep 25, 2019
Daniel Sandiford | Sep 25, 2019

5 for kids 12 under. 10 for adults

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Is it still open now? There is a moving train inside. Can kids get on it?

shawn lin | Sep 25, 2019
Henry Weit | Sep 25, 2019

They have a number of different subway cars on the tracks of a real former subway station. They don't move or have a "Thomas " type engine, but they are real. You can even get an engineer's hat in the gift shop.

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Is it free to visit

Jason Mangome | Sep 25, 2019
Lisa Caran Vlahos | Sep 25, 2019

No you pay an addmissions fee when entering adults and children if the child is under 5 years I think they are free to enter. Enjoy it's so much FUN🙂

How much for person???

Bu 131313 | Sep 25, 2019
Daniel Sandiford | Sep 25, 2019

10 for adults. 5 for kids

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What is the recommende time to alot for a visit

Carole Beiter | Sep 25, 2019
Stephen Cosby | Sep 25, 2019

1.5 to 2 hrs, depending upon how much you read

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Can we use cool culture card?

lin xie | Sep 25, 2019
Sam Ragsdale | Sep 25, 2019

Might be able to check the list of places that exept the card , the gate price is well worth it , its a very COOL musieum

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Free admission for ASTC member of intrepid museum?

MM Ma | Sep 25, 2018
Lagarez Music | Sep 25, 2018

Yes

Stroller are allowed?

Ariana | Sep 25, 2018
Suzanne Michelle | Sep 25, 2018

Strollers are allowed upstairs ... but I'm not sure about downstairs. There's plenty to do upstairs - they have an activity room for kids. Check the website for activity times. I checked website: museum is handicapped-accssible, except for some of the old trains. Strollers should go in by main entrance.

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When you buy tickets, is there tax?

mrfuntime freddy | Sep 25, 2018
דינה אלמליח | Sep 25, 2018

No

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How much are tickets?

Jay Rabb | Sep 25, 2018
Jenn C-R | Sep 25, 2018

$10 for adults, $5 for kids

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How much for 2 adults and 2 kids ?

Lil'Catty The Wildnorwester | Sep 25, 2018
Shweta Jain | Sep 25, 2018

They cross honor nysci membership for free entry

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MTA worker have to pay to get in?

Ivan Munoz | Sep 25, 2018
Karla Manley | Sep 25, 2018

No

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When you are looking at the subway cars and they are off, are you allowed to walk between the train cars?

LoL RATZ | Sep 25, 2018
Junior De Hoyos | Sep 25, 2018

No you cant walk in between the subway cars. Have to walk out onto the platform and into the next car

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is it free for high school students if we show our IDs?

juliet | Sep 25, 2018
vivian canada | Sep 25, 2018

Not free unless you have some type of card ex: cool culture

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How do you become a member so you can go on tours and the special trains? like for example, city hall station tour. Or trains of many metals.

LoL RATZ | Sep 25, 2018
Rafael Velez | Sep 25, 2018

Well about the tours you can always check online or in person... Everything else is pretty much hands on.. Its a cool spot to check out

If you are 14 years old do you need an adult to get in?

mrfuntime freddy | Sep 25, 2018
黃志彬 | Sep 25, 2018

They don't check ID. +1

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Is it Free on Wednesday

d_ kenzo | Sep 25, 2018
bklyn capo | Sep 25, 2018

No.. unless you're MTA employee

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Work end hours?

George Stuffer | Sep 25, 2018
bklyn capo | Sep 25, 2018

Yes until 5 pm

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Do mta employees and family get free admission?

Carlos | Sep 25, 2018
Sarah Castillo | Sep 25, 2018

Don't know you would have to call them and ask,sorry

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Are my city students Free

Tanya Bell | Sep 25, 2018
Rajeev Raina | Sep 25, 2018

No. Based on their website Admission Adults $10 Children (2-17) $5 Seniors 62+ $5, Seniors are free on Wednesdays (excludes senior group visits) Museum Members free

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Do college students enter for free???

John Hilario | Sep 25, 2018
Andres Estevez | Sep 25, 2018

Nooo still have to pay 10 dollars but worth it though.

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Is there an employee discount for employee and family

Michael Cataldi | Sep 25, 2018
James Byrne | Sep 25, 2018

There are no discounts for city workers but maybe there is for transit workers

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Is this wheelchair accessible or is there stairs?

B Ramirez | Sep 25, 2018
R Strait | Sep 25, 2018

I don't think it's wheelchair accessible at the entrance...its an old station from my time there it was mostly stairs

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How much is it to enter the Train of Many Colors?

Lgalink70sbs | Sep 25, 2018
Mark Charrington | Sep 25, 2018

Just peace and love.

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What is the admission fees?

Yvette Snoddy | Sep 25, 2018
iixjae | Sep 25, 2018

$10 for adults and $5 for Children! Also,if your an elder Your going to have to pay more than $10 i think

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Can photographer take models and shoot down there ?

Yazmin Rosado | Sep 25, 2018
Fabiola Placide | Sep 25, 2018

You might have to ask in advance, but if you shoot downstairs on the older trains you might be able to get away with it.

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Is their a cafe?

Amelio Sanchez | Sep 25, 2018
Daniela Llivina | Sep 25, 2018

No

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I think it was a r44 But do they have R46

iixjae | Sep 25, 2018
mrfuntime freddy | Sep 25, 2018

They have a r44 train. Not an r46.

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Is there a little train the kids can ride?

Dami_lis108 Paneto | Sep 25, 2018
Daniela Llivina | Sep 25, 2018

No

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Do you have a brown M train

Evan Morales | Sep 25, 2018
Edward Klein | Sep 25, 2018

YES

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Do they let retired transit employees in free.

Robert Devito | Sep 25, 2018
Indio Jones | Sep 25, 2018

Same with FDNY.

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I am 13 years old, how much would a ticket cost for me?

mrfuntime freddy | Sep 25, 2018
Fabiola Placide | Sep 25, 2018

$5.00 .

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is this museum worth $10?

christina jones | Sep 25, 2018
Hernan Sanchez | Sep 25, 2018

If you are into NYC and transportation history, yes, this museum is well worth the $10.00 price of admission.

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Save Grand Central T. Shirt.?

lionreb | Sep 25, 2018
NYC CH | Sep 25, 2018

No but they have abc letter t shirts like the (T) (2) (W) and others whats your favorite letter btw im a kid i went there and im 7 and Love trains

How much the ticket costs, there is free day

Pedro Infante | Sep 25, 2018
Eugene Rivera | Sep 25, 2018

10 dollars. If you are a Senior of 62 years and more it is 5 dollars. Wednesdays are free.

How much does the entrance in dollars cost to the museum?

Cecilia Lucero | Sep 25, 2018
Juan Matus | Sep 25, 2018

Seniors 10USD, Minors 5USD

I have a military, but I'm 17. Can I still get in without an adult? How lenient is the staff?

Tiana LePlatte | Sep 25, 2018
OldTrafford King | Sep 25, 2018

The staff is very lenient just approach them with any concerns or questions that may arise

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