MBTA State Station, Orange Line, Boston

Subway station with orange tiles
The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) State Station serves as a key stop on the Orange Line in Boston, Massachusetts. Opened in 1915 as part of the Washington Street Tunnel, it was later integrated into the MBTA's rapid transit system. The station's design features distinctive orange tiled columns and a platform with tactile warning strips, indicative of mid-20th century subway station architecture. Today, it continues to facilitate daily commutes for thousands of passengers, connecting them to various parts of the city.
Photo taken in April 2024.
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