Go back in time to the vibrant streets of New York City with this photo of the Bleeker Street Subway Station. Taken in the 1970s, the image captures the era when the city's subways were known for their gritty charm.

In this photo, the focus is on the subway station's mosaics, showcasing the unique and intricate tile artwork that adorned many New York City Subway stations. The mosaic at Bleeker Street Station is a testament to the city's rich artistic heritage and serves as a visual history of the subway system.

New York City Subway stations were renowned for their ceramic plaques and tile mosaics, which often included signage to identify the station's location. These stunning mosaic designs were a hallmark of the subway system since its opening in 1904, with architects George C. Heins and Christopher Grant la Farge pioneering the concept of subway tile. The use of ceramic tiles not only added aesthetic appeal but also made the stations easier to clean and maintain.