Greenfield Station, Greenfield, MA
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ODragon
N 42° 35.174 W 072° 36.105
18T E 696788 N 4717656
The Station is Greenfield's new civic...
Waymark Code: WM4TAC
Location: Massachusetts, United States
Date Posted: 09/27/2008
Views: 23
The Station is Greenfield's new civic pavilion. A replica of the original railroad depot, it graces the original station site (1881-1963). Built by volunteers from local service clubs (Kiwanis, Lion's Rotary), members of NESEA, the Greenfield Military Band, Arena Civic Theatre, and the Town of Greenfield, it is a handsome structure. It was dedicated in honor of Greenfield's 250th anniversary on June 7, 2003. Events have included: Sunday in the Park music series, festivals, Mayoral Inaugurations, Tuesday evening and Friday noon concerts, Santa's Workshop, Franklin County Musician's Cooperative Concerts, Rock Festivals, Yoga and Qi-gong classes, Red Hat Ladies Tea, banquets and much more.
The Station's major sponsor is the Greenfield Savings Bank. This locally-owned financial institution became the major sponsor when they contributed $25,000 as a challenge gift to other businesses along with a subsequent gift of $5,000 to help with programming. Greenfield Cooperative Bank donated $5,000 as a positive response to the first challenge!
In keeping with the Park's theme of sustainable demonstration projects, environmentally-friendly shingles, made from 100% recycled rubber and plastic materials that resemble slates, were used. These shingles were donated by Jim Crowe, owner of Authentic Roof Company, Ontario Canada. For more information, visit their website at www.authentic-roof.com. TREX donated product for the back steps. This material is a wood and plastic composite made from reclaimed hardwood sawdust and reclaimed/recycled plastic such as grocery sacks and stretch film. Energy-efficient compact flourescent lights are installed and many re-used materials are incorporated into the design (original cobblestones from old RR station, granite curbing, antique RR engine bell, etc.). These products underscore our commitment to using sustainable products whenever possible.
An unexpected benefit of this site is that the stage acts as a Viewing Platform for train buffs, many of whom can be found videotaping passing trains from great vantage point.
Contributions for ongoing maintenance and programming are encouraged, needed and greatly appreciated. For a full list of concerts and other events, see the Special Events section of the Park website or contact the Greenfield Recreation Department.
Is the station/depot currently used for railroad purposes?: No
Is the station/depot open to the public?: Yes
If the station/depot is not being used for railroad purposes, what is it currently used for?:
Stage for a park
Station/Depot Web Site: [Web Link]
What rail lines does/did the station/depot serve?: Not listed
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