When did Old City Hall station close?

Old City Hall station, officially known as the City Hall station of the IRT Lexington Avenue Line, closed on December 31, 1945.

The City Hall station, often referred to as "Old City Hall station" or its former name, "City Hall Loop," was a distinctive and architecturally significant subway station in New York City. It served as the southern terminus of the Interborough Rapid Transit (IRT) Lexington Avenue Line.

History and Closure of City Hall Station

This beautiful station, renowned for its Guastavino tile arches and skylights, was originally opened to the public on October 27, 1904. Its design was intended to be a showpiece of the new subway system. However, its unique curvature and the short platform length, which could not accommodate the longer trains that became standard, contributed to its eventual obsolescence. Passenger traffic also proved to be relatively low compared to other stations.

The station ceased operations for public use on December 31, 1945. While no longer serving passengers, the loop track through the station is still utilized by downtown 6 and <6> trains to turn around and head northbound, offering a glimpse of its preserved architecture to passengers remaining on the train.

Here's a summary of its key operational dates:

For more detailed historical information, you can explore resources like the Wikipedia page for City Hall station.