Queensboro Bridge Trolley Station, Spanning East River & Blackwell's Island, New York, New York County, NY

Significance: Designed in 1909 by George Palmer and Henry Hornbostel, architect of the Queensboro Bridge, this Kiosk was one of 5 entrances to an underground trolley terminal. Trolleys running on the lower level provided easy access to Blackwells (Welfare) Island and Queens. With the advent of automobile travel, the trolley system was reduced to two lanes in 1916. It continued until 1957 and was New York City's last operating line. Considered noteworthy elements of the Bridge Plaza in their time, only two kiosks remain in place, and both are scheduled for demolition.
Unprocessed Field note material exists for this structure: FN-388
Survey number: HABS NY-6070