On
the National Register of Historical Places
The depot is said to be one of
the best examples of the late nineteenth century line stations.
The interior has beautiful woodworking around all of the arched
windows. None of the rooms have been changed except for the addition
of carpet to the floors. On the exterior, the building
is brick with stone and brick trim. Raised brick arches frame
the windows and openings, emphasizing the arch of the main entrance.
The depot was the only station built of brick between Lexington
and Knoxville. One of the most dominant features of the depot
is the wavy red tile roof with raised angles and ridges. The last passenger train to
stop in Berea was in 1968. The decline of passengers was due to
the increased use of the automobile. The use of freight trains
also declined for the same reason. In 1987, the depot had a grand
opening as the Berea Welcoming Center. The atmosphere at the depot
allows one to feel welcome and at home. Come in and meet our official
feline greeter, "Tux." Standing near the tracks, one
can imagine hearing the chugging of the trains on the tracks and
hearing the whistle blowing until it passed. One can visualize
the people getting ready to board the train and others getting
off. The L & N Depot served a purpose in 1920, and today, it continues
to serve as a tourist attraction and community center.
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