10 Coolest Renovated Train Stations

In the 19th century, railroad lines crisscrossed the Valley, and train stations sprang up everywhere from Middletown to Millerton. By the 1950s, automobiles had replaced trains as our favorite way to travel, and many of these depots were abandoned. But more than a few have been given new life as museums, community centers, restaurants, and even private homes.

In November came the news that a historic old brick depot in Hudson was in danger of being demolished; local preservation groups have already sounded the rallying cry to save the landmark building. Perhaps they should keep in mind that museums and private homes are not the only games in town when it comes to transforming former railroad depots. While there are a handful of other stations that have been converted into homes in the region — including ones in Stanfordville, Amenia, and Lagrangeville — others have become libraries, restaurants, and other businesses.

	Cold Spring Train Station, Cold Spring One of Putnam County’s renovated train stations
	Copake Falls Train Station, Copake Falls One of Columbia County’s renovated train stations
	Erie Depot, Middletown One of Orange County’s renovated train stations
	High View Depot, Bloomingburg One of Sullivan County’s renovated train stations
	Hopewell Depot, Hopewell Junction One of Dutchess County’s renovated train stations
	Millerton Train Station, Millerton One of Dutchess County’s renovated train stations
	Milton-on-Hudson Station, Milton One of Ulster County’s renovated train stations
	New Paltz Train Station, New Paltz One of Ulster County’s renovated train stations
	Union Station, Chatham One of Columbia County’s renovated train stations
	West Shore Station, Newburgh One of Orange County’s renovated train stations
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