The Depot
Lexington Depot opened in 1846 and served as an active train station until 1977 when its temporary closure after a major snowstorm became permanent. The Depot houses Lexington Historical Society offices, hosts programs, is available for rent, and is slated for transformation into new exhibition space in 2024.
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The Depot houses the Lexington Historical Society’s offices and is the perfect place for meetings, receptions, and celebrations. Consider renting our space for your next family party, community event, or corporate gathering.
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Lexington Historical Society welcomes the energy and enthusiasm of a large corps of volunteer greeters and helpers - sign up today!
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The Depot Transformation Project
The Depot as it stands now is a blank slate. It is in the very center of town, both highly visible and accessible. However, due to budgetary constraints, a small staff, and more recently COVID-19, the building has not been used to its fullest potential. It can and should be an epicenter for history education, serving not only Lexington but the nation.
With this project, we will turn the Depot into a creatively flexible space where we will connect the past to contemporary issues and ideas. It will be a hub of activity, rich in history, but also active in contemporary arts, open to community groups, and welcoming to all.
In tandem with the Depot transformation, we want to rebrand the organization and make it accessible to a broader audience.
We are excited for this next chapter at LHS!