Unplug & Thrive

In 1904, the subway system in New York City opened its doors to the public for the very first time, forever changing the way people navigated the city. On October 27, the first subway train rolled out, carrying passengers from City Hall to 145th Street, covering a distance of about nine miles. This monumental achievement was reported by the New York Times on the very day the subway opened, calling it " one of the greatest engineering feats in the world ." Thousands of New Yorkers boarded the train, marveling at the sleek, modern design that promised to solve the city’s notorious traffic congestion. The subway cars, equipped with electric lights and a smooth ride, marked the dawn of a new era for urban transportation. In the face of overcrowded streets and expanding populations, the subway became a vital part of the city’s infrastructure, moving more people faster than ever before. The opening of the subway was a celebration of innovation. It was a pivotal moment in New York’s...