A message from Cathleen: It was 2011 when I was commissioned to create my own version of a Coney Island subway mosaic in a Manhattan family’s bathroom. This is when I began my discovery of this New York City’s immense underground museum with the largest collection of mosaics in North America.
I’ve taken thousands of photographs of these amazing works and lead many artists, students and enthusiasts through the vast NYC transportation network to view these under-appreciated works of art. As a professional mosaic artists, I will be explaining the process of how the mosaics were designed, fabricated and installed, giving participants insight into the complex process of creating a smalti mosaic. Click on the date above that you would like to attend to see more details and join us for a private and technical look at these masterpieces!
*Please be aware that we will be using stairs to access some of the subway platforms, which can be physically strenuous for some participants.
To see Cathleen’s Coney Island Mosaic and find out more about her, you can go to this link on this website: Modern Mosaic Arts Coney Island Bathroom Project
Tours of the
New York City Subway Mosaics
with Cathleen Newsham
Do you know there are over 600 mosaics installed on subway platforms in the five boroughs of New York City? Spend the day in the Big Apple with professional mosaic artist, Cathleen Newsham, and discover this immense underground museum with the largest collection of mosaics in North America. Meet Cathleen at Grand Central Terminal in the heart of Manhattan to begin your journey.
Cost of Tours: $100 per person
Time: Meet at 12:00 Noon, return by 5:00pm
Where: Grand Central Terminal, 89 E 42nd St, New York, NY 10017
The 5 hour tour includes stops at 12-15 mosaic sites
and includes a 30 minute lunch break
Upcoming Group Tours & Dates:
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Manhattan Mosaics:
Wednesday, February 4th
Wednesday, February 11th
Wednesday, March 11th
Wednesday, March 25th
Wednesday, April 8th
Wednesday, April 29th
Saturday, May 16th
Saturday, May 16th
Wednesday, May 20th
Wednesday, June 17th
Wednesday, June 27th
Wednesday, July 1st
Saturday, July 11th
Wednesday, July 29th
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Brooklyn Mosaics:
Wednesday, February 18th
Saturday, March 28th
Saturday, April 18th
Wednesday, May 5th
Saturday, June 6th
Saturday, June 20th
Saturday, July 15th
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*These tour do not include subway fares. The MTA has installed state of the art turnstiles that quickly scan any contactless credit or debit card to admit you onto the train platforms. The normal price per ride is $3.00. To learn more about how to use the contactless card reader, watch this MTA video: Click here for short video