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How did the Penn Station in 1911 compare to the current one in 2023, in terms of color scheme and overall design?
The original Pennsylvania Station, built in 1910, was designed by McKim, Mead & White and was a grand architectural masterpiece, boasting 150-foot ceilings and a sun-soaked concourse with an arched glass and steel roof.
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The above-ground portion of the original station was demolished in 1963 to make way for Madison Square Garden, following decades of neglect and financial difficulties faced by the Pennsylvania Railroad.
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In 2023, Penn Station is the busiest transportation facility in the Western Hemisphere, serving millions of passengers daily.
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Despite its modernization, the original station's grandeur is still missed by many.
A 2023 article from Untapped Cities highlights 10 secrets of the original Penn Station.
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The Pennsylvania Railroad had to demolish 500 buildings and displace around 6,000 people to build the original station.
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Remnants of the original station still exist, and tours are conducted to explore its history.
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In contrast to the current practice of calling the train 10 minutes before arrival, causing passengers to scramble down to a potential trainless platform, the original station allowed passengers to see the train from above the stairs.
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Online communities such as Reddit share and discuss historic photos and comparisons of Penn Station in 1911 and 2023.
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Renovation plans for the station were revealed in 2016, which aimed to improve navigation, add mixed-income housing, and increase the number of station entrances.
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The original Penn Station served 100 million riders at its peak in 1945, emphasizing the historical significance and importance of the transport hub.
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The original Penn Station was designed by McKim, Mead, and White in the Beaux-Arts style, featuring grandiose interiors and distinguished architecture.
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The Empire State Complex plan was updated in 2021, featuring an alternative above-ground plan for Penn Station, gaining city officials' approval.
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A rendering by FX Collaborative demonstrates the current plan for Penn Station, revamped with an accessible front entrance and a new public plaza above ground.
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