Discover the intriguing story of New York's Lost Highline in this captivating video. Explore the rich history of railroads in the city, from their inception to the dangers of street-level trains. Witness the transformative removal of street-level tracks and the subsequent downfall of train transportation. Immerse yourself in the activism surrounding New York's High Line, leading to the city's order to demolish it. Experience the remarkable journey of rezoning the High Line as a city park, preserving its legacy for generations to come. Finally, uncover what remains of the High Line in modern-day New York. 

00:00 - What is New York’s Lost Highline? 

00:36 - The History of Railroads in New York City 

02:16 - The Dangers of New York’s Street level Trains 

03:45 - The Removal of New York’s street-level tracks 

05:48 - The downfall of train transportation 

06:51 - Activism around New York’s High line 

07:34 - New York’s Order to Demolish the High Line 

08:39 - Rezoning the High Line as a city park 

09:59 - What remains of New York’s High Line in Modern Day?