National Register of Historic Places

Peekskill Freight Depot

Peekskill, Westchester County, New York
Listed
October 26, 2004
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
04001207

About this property

The Peekskill Freight Depot, sometimes called the Lincoln Depot, is located at 41 South Water Street in Peekskill, New York. It is a brick building erected in the late 19th century. Abraham Lincoln gave a speech at this site during his train ride to Washington after being elected, his only public appearance in Westchester County. No longer in use as a depot, the building is the only intact freight-only station building along the route of the former Hudson River Railroad. In 2004, the station was added to the National Register of Historic Places, and in 2014 it was converted into the Lincoln Depot Museum.

Location

41 S. Water St.
Peekskill, Westchester County, New York
41.28977, -73.92955

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Sources

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When was Peekskill Freight Depot listed on the National Register?

Peekskill Freight Depot was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on October 26, 2004.

What type of historic resource is Peekskill Freight Depot?

Peekskill Freight Depot is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Peekskill Freight Depot?

The period of significance for Peekskill Freight Depot is recorded as the industrial era.

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