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 break
Upcoming Group Tours & Dates:
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Manhattan Mosaics:
(Click on the date below that you would like to attend and it will take you to the PayPal link to register and pay for the tour)
Saturday, September 19th, 2026
Sunday, October 4th, 2026
Monday, November 16th, 2026
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Brooklyn Mosaics:
(Click on the date below that you would like to attend and it will take you to the PayPal link to register and pay for the tour)
Sunday, October 25th, 2026
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*These tours 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