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The Brooksville Train Depot was built in 1885 by the Florida Southern Railroad as it moved south through central Florida. This original building, on the same site, hosts artifacts and historical stories of the growth of the railroad in the Florida and the United States.
The Brooksville 1885 Train Depot is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the history of the railroad, as well as the local history of Brooksville, Hernando County, and Florida. Visitors can learn about the significant role the railroad played in the development of the area and the state.
The Brooksville 1885 Train Depot is one of three museums operated by the Hernando Historical Museum Association. The museum is located just south of downtown Brooksville, Florida on Russell Street. It was originally built by the Florida Southern Railway.
Close to the Historical museum and well worth the $3 fee, lies this 1885 train station which is full of interesting artifacts from the period including a pre civil war cook car. There is also two working model railways for enthusiasts.
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The second museum is The 1885 Train Depot Museum, the first train station in Brooksville. This museum offers an hour long guided tour by knowledgeable docents. The rooms are filled with...
The 1885 Train Depot Museum is located at 70 Russell St. Brooksville FL, 34601, between S. Main St. and S. Brooksville Ave. On the Main St corner is the Russell St. Park, complete with picnic tables and walking path. Behind the museum is the Florida Good Neighbor Bike Trailhead.
Sep 12, 2022 · The 120x21-foot train depot, made from local cypress, cedar, and yellow pine, included a 40-foot covered back dock and a telegraph office. At first, one railroad track reached Brooksville. The tracks grew to occupy both sides of the building.
