NYC subway hides ventilation shaft and emergency exit behind 1847 Brooklyn townhouse façade

Nestled at 58 Joralemon Street in Brooklyn Heights lies a historic brownstone that harbors a subway ventilation shaft beneath its surface. Established in 1847, it transformed into a vital transit hub in 1908 under the Brooklyn Rapid Transit Company. The building’s unchanged facade allows it to integrate seamlessly into the neighborhood while fulfilling crucial safety roles.

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