School Group Programs: 3 – 5
Please note that special education programs are booked by age, not cognitive level.
Journey to the Past
General & Special Education: First – Third Grade
Learn about life, work, science, and transportation throughout New York City’s past and present. Explore the Museum’s vintage train collection to compare and contrast life in New York City through interactive storytelling. (75 minutes)
Miles of Tiles
General & Special Education: Kindergarten – Fifth Grade
Explore patterns and decorative art found throughout New York City’s Subways stations and learn how art underground reflects the diverse neighborhoods above. An immersive tour of the Museum’s exhibits and vintage train collection includes a hands-on mosaic art activity. (75 minutes)
Subway Stories
General & Special Education: Third – Twelfth Grade
Uncover the social stories of subway designers, builders, and riders that shaped transportation history and the evolution of New York City’s past and present. (75 minutes)
Electricity and Circuits
General & Special Education: Third – Fourth Grade
Explore the many ways electricity powers New York City’s subway system and get a first-hand look at electrical subway equipment that keeps the city moving. In small groups, students will construct circuits to power simple motors, light bulbs, and invent their own circuit creations. (75 minutes)
Moving the Millions
General & Special Education: Fourth – Twelfth Grade
Discover the magnitude and complexity of New York City’s public transportation system by exploring elements of construction, engineering, organization and impact over time in this introduction to transit history. (75 minutes)
Immigration and Transportation
General & Special Education: Fourth – Twelfth Grade
From the immigrant workforce that built the subway system, to transportation’s influence on neighborhood development, the rich history and diversity of New York City comes alive through discussion, photographs, and stories. (75 minutes)
Sustainability
General & Special Education: Fourth – Twelfth Grade
Investigate the environmental, social, and economic sustainability of transportation over time using the Museum’s vintage train cars, collections, and exhibits that tell the story of moving the masses. (75 minutes)
Please note that special education programs are booked by age, not cognitive level.
Dates and Times
- 10:00am – 11:15am
- 11:00am-12:15pm
- 11:30am – 12:45pm
- 12:45pm – 2:00pm
Schools from Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island are strongly encouraged to schedule a later time slot.
Group Size & Payment
General Education Programs: $200.00 per class of up to 36 participants (including children and chaperones) We can no longer accept groups larger than 36 people
Special Education Programs: $75.00 per class of up to 17 participants (including children and chaperones) We can no longer accept groups larger than 20 people
The number of children and adults reserved at booking is the maximum number of people you may bring the day of your visit.
Payment is due two weeks prior to your visit. Failure to pay will result in cancellation of your program. Refunds cannot be given less than two weeks before your visit. In the event of inclement weather, we can reschedule groups or offer refunds if yellow bus service is suspended.
Planning Your Visit
Unfortunately, the Museum does not have lunch facilities. We can store lunches during the tour, and encourage groups to eat in one of the many nearby outdoor areas including Columbus Park, Korean War Veterans Plaza, and Cadman Plaza or on the bus.
To book a school group visit, please click here!
The Museum does not have storage space for backpacks and coats. We recommend leaving backpacks and other personal items on your bus or at school.
Arrivals & Departures
Late arriving groups will receive an abbreviated program. If you anticipate a delayed arrival, please contact (718) 694-1848 or (718) 694-1700.
All groups must depart at their scheduled time. Groups may not self-guide before, during or after their program.
Accessibility
Transportation
Taking the train is a great way to begin your visit to the Transit Museum. We are located near:
Borough Hall Station: 2, 3, 4, and 5 lines
Jay Street MetroTech Station: A, C, F, and R
Hoyt-Schermerhorn Station: A, C, and G
Certificates for Free Transportation are provided by NYC Transit to travel to and from school trips.
Traveling by School Bus
Buses may drop off students on either Boerum Place or Schermerhorn Street. Parking is limited in Downtown Brooklyn. Bus drivers are encouraged to seek space on Schermerhorn Street or State Street.