33rd Street–Rawson Street: An Elevated Station in Queens

The 33rd Street–Rawson Street station is an elevated New York City Subway station located in Queens. It serves as a local stop on the Flushing Line, offering service to the neighborhoods of Long Island City and Sunnyside. Its elevated structure provides distinctive views of the surrounding area.

Connections and Services

The 33rd Street–Rawson Street station serves a single line:

Flushing Line (IRT Flushing Line)

• This is a local station on the New York City Subway’s Flushing Line.
• It is served by trains of the following service:
  • 7 (purple)
• Address: Intersection of 33rd Street and Queens Boulevard, Queens, NY 11101

Station Structure

• The 33rd Street–Rawson Street station is a single elevated station.
• It does not offer direct in-station transfers to other subway lines.
• • It has two side platforms and three tracks.
• Entrances are located at street level beneath the elevated structure on Queens Boulevard.

As a local station on a single line, there are no direct transfers to other lines within the station itself.

Importance and Location

• The station is located above Queens Boulevard, at the intersection with 33rd Street, in the borough of Queens.
• Its location serves the neighborhoods of Long Island City and Sunnyside, providing access to:

  • Long Island City / Sunnyside

    • A mix of residential, commercial, and industrial areas.
    • Proximity to the Sunnyside Gardens Historic District, one of the first planned communities in the U.S.
    • Access to various local businesses and restaurants on Queens Boulevard.

  • Nearby Points of Interest

    • Sunnyside Gardens Park (private park for residents, but the historic district is accessible).
    • Easy walking access to residential areas of Sunnyside.
    • Connection to several MTA bus routes.

  • Notable Features

    • As an elevated station, it offers panoramic views of the urban environment.
    • Part of the historic Flushing Line, important for the development of Queens.

History and Evolution

• The 33rd Street–Rawson Street station was inaugurated on April 21, 1917.
• It is part of the Interborough Rapid Transit Company (IRT)’s Flushing Line extension into Queens.
• The station has maintained its character as an elevated local station throughout its history, with periodic renovations for maintenance.

Interesting Facts

• The station is a vital stop for residents and workers in the Long Island City and Sunnyside areas.
• Its name combines 33rd Street and the former Rawson Street (now part of 33rd Street).
• It offers an elevated perspective over the busy Queens Boulevard.