State Street Station Fare Control, Boston

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The entrance and fare control area at State Street Station, a key interchange in downtown Boston where the Orange Line and Blue Line intersect. The station opened in 1908 as part of the Washington Street Tunnel and remains one of the MBTA’s oldest continuously operating rapid transit facilities. Brick flooring, steel columns, and low ceilings reflect early 20th-century subway construction, while modern fare gates and electronic arrival boards show later upgrades layered onto the original structure. The signage directing riders to Oak Grove, Forest Hills, and Wonderland highlights the station’s role as a transfer point connecting North Shore riders, downtown commuters, and the broader MBTA network.
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Downtown Crossing, Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Photo taken in April 2025. © Chad Davis
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