NYT
Please Stand Clear of the Accidental Art Museum
Saturday, September 19, 2026
The New York City subway system experiences recurring cycles of deterioration and repair that leave visible infrastructure damage throughout its tunnels and stations. The Metropolitan Transportation Authority has not formally designated these worn surfaces as art installations or established a collection known as the M.T.A. Modern.
Original reporting: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/19/opinion/mta-art-nyc-subway.html
