Prospect Ave. R Station Reopens After Major Renovation

PARK SLOPE, BROOKLYN — The Prospect Avenue R subway station has reopened following a months-long closure for renovations.

The new-and-improved subway stop features countdown clocks both inside and out of the station, a redesigned entrance and platform, LED lighting, Wi-Fi connectivity and more.

The station, at the intersection of Fourth and Prospect avenues, opened on Thursday after it was closed in early June.

"With the opening of this station, we continue to quickly and efficiently deliver subway customers new tools to manage their commute, including countdown clocks, Wi-Fi connectivity and USB ports, as well as an enhanced station with better lighting, improved signage and new art," MTA Chairman Joe Lhota said in a statement.

"We look forward to building on the momentum and feedback received from these Brooklyn stations and bringing this innovation to more stations."

Here's a full list of the upgrades, from an MTA press release:

The new Prospect Av R station features countdown clocks at each of its three entrances, modern LED lighting, Wi-Fi connectivity, new digital displays, USB ports, and an upgraded security system. In the fare control area, glass barriers have replaced metal bars, enhancing sightlines and allowing more natural light to enter the station. New canopies have been deployed at two of the station’s three entrances. Other upgrades include wayfinding floor tiles for the visually-impaired, new handrails, stair treads, wall tiles, and granite flooring.

The work was done under the MTA's Enhanced Station Initiative to upgrade subway stations across the city, including at 59th Street and Bay Ridge Avenue along the R line.

You can see more before and after photos from the MTA here.

All photos courtesy MTA