A sneak preview of a video recognizing the milestone
MTA Arts & Design, one of the world’s largest public-art collections, is marking 40 years of delivering public art across the MTA system with a yearlong celebration to feature commemorative projects and new work. Started in 1985 and encompassing a broad spectrum of artistic activity—including poetry, live musical performances, posters, photography, digital art, events, and more than 400 site-specific contemporary artworks—MTA Arts & Design is a visible expression of the MTA’s commitment to promoting safety, respect, and an enhanced environment for riders.
Through September 2026, we're recognizing the anniversary with a wide range of ongoing and special programming including new station art, poetry and posters in subway cars and stations, digital artworks on select station screens, and photography exhibitions, special musical performances, and more.
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