Georgia Railroad Freight Depot - Atlanta, Georgia - Train Stations/Depots on Waymarking.com

The restored station is located on the grounds of the 'World of Coca-Cola' and immediately adjacent to Underground Atlanta, a shopping and entertainment district located under the bridges that originally spanned the railroads of Atlanta.

From a plaque located on the outside end of the building - Downtown Atlanta's oldest standing building. It was completed in April 1869 by Thomas Alexander, contractor and designed by Corput and Bass, architects. A 1935 fire destroyed the upper floors and cupola. The building served its original purpose for nearly a century. Upon completion of the structure in 1869, the local press said, in part: "The new Georgia Railroad Depot is recognized at a glance as an ornament and benefit to the city and reflects credit on the spirit and live character of the President and Directors of the Georgia Railroad."

There was an Alabama Historical plaque located inside the building, visible by looking through the front door. If any Waymarkers can get in, please send me a photo of this plaque and I will add the information to this waymark.

The Station web site (given below) is not very interesting, but it is the official site. A more interesting and informative web site is here - (visit link)

Is the station/depot currently used for railroad purposes?: No Is the station/depot open to the public?: No If the station/depot is not being used for railroad purposes, what is it currently used for?: Availble for rent as event space. What rail lines does/did the station/depot serve?: The Georgia Railroad Station/Depot Web Site: [Web Link]

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Date Logged Log User Rating   07/31/2011 Sprinterman visited it