Discover the intriguing story of New York's Lost Highline, exploring the rich history of railroads in the city, the dangers of street-level trains, and the transformative removal of those tracks. Witness the decline of train transportation and the activism surrounding New York’s High Line, which ultimately led to an order for its demolition. Experience the remarkable journey of rezoning the High Line as a city park, preserving its legacy for future generations, and uncover what remains of the High Line in modern-day New York.

## Timeline: 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?

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