116th Street: Access to Academic Life in Morningside Heights

The 116th Street station is a subway stop located in the Morningside Heights neighborhood of Manhattan, New York. It serves as a fundamental access point for Columbia University and surrounding institutions, connecting the academic and residential community with the rest of the city. Its strategic location on Broadway makes it an essential station for students, faculty, and residents of the area.

Connections and Services

The 116th Street station is a unique stop within the New York City subway system:

116th Street (Broadway–Seventh Avenue Line)

• This station is part of the IRT Broadway–Seventh Avenue Line of the New York City subway.
• It is served by trains from the following services:
  • 2 (red)
  • 3 (red)
• Main entrance address: Broadway and West 116th Street, New York, NY 10027

Service Details

• This station serves the IRT Broadway–Seventh Avenue Line.
• The trains that stop here are:
  • 2 (red)
  • 3 (red)
• Entrances to this station are located at the corners of 116th Street and Broadway.

The station offers direct access to the Columbia University campus and its surroundings.

Importance and Location

• The station is located at the intersection of Broadway and 116th Street, in the heart of Morningside Heights in Manhattan.
• Its strategic location makes it a key access point to important destinations such as:

  • Columbia University

    • Main access to the university’s Morningside campus.
    • Proximity to libraries, academic buildings, and student residences.
    • Center of the area’s intellectual and cultural life.

  • Barnard College

    • Located directly west of Broadway, across from the station.
    • Provides easy access to this prominent liberal arts college for women.
    • Integrated with the Columbia community.

  • Nearby Points of Interest

    • Cathedral of St. John the Divine: One of the largest cathedrals in the world, a short distance away.
    • Riverside Park: An extensive park along the Hudson River.
    • Teachers College, Columbia University.

History and Evolution

• The 116th Street station (Broadway–Seventh Avenue Line) was opened on July 1, 1918.
• The station has been maintained over the years to serve the growing student and residential community.
• It is an integral part of the transportation system connecting Upper Manhattan with the rest of the city.

Interesting Facts

• The station experiences a high volume of passengers, especially during the academic year and university events.
• Its proximity to major educational institutions makes it a vital point for students, faculty, and staff.
• It is a key station on the IRT Broadway–Seventh Avenue Line serving Upper Manhattan.