Great American Stations Project
Next Lancaster Improvements Outlined
On Friday, January 19th, with the current work on the Lancaster Train Station project nearing completion, Amtrak announced a detailed plan for the next phase of station improvements, the Capstone project.
AMTRAK REPORT ON ACCESSIBLITY AND COMPLIANCE WITH ADA
An Update on Accessibility and Compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (August 8, 2011 PDF file)
Report to Congress on Accessibility and Compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 for intercity rails stations served by Amtrak.
(updated October, 2010 PDF file)
Original February 2009 ADA Compliance Report (PDF file)
Registered users can download a copy of the Amtrak Graphics Signage
Standards Manual or Station Planning Guidelines. »
*Updated* Listing of stations on the National
Register of Historic Places »
ADA REQUIREMENTS
All Amtrak stations must adhere to Code of Federal Regulations Title 49, Parts 37 and 38. Here’s everything you need to know.
DISCOVER TOMORROW
Train stations have always been hubs of civic activity and a social focus point. Station renovations can bring jobs, economic revitalization and new attractions to your town. Click below to view a welcome message from Great American Stations or learn about the past and future of America’s great train stations in Discover Tomorrow.
SPOTLIGHT ON SUCCESS: HATTIESBURG, MS
This photo gallery of before and after shots shows the dramatic transformation of the Hattiesburg station.
BEST PRACTICES
A well-planned train station is one of the best investments a community can make as it seeks to expand its appeal for greater tourism and business opportunities. Whether used by tourists or local residents, well-planned train stations have proven to be fertile economic ground.
FUNDING AND GRANTS
Grant Opportunities For Rail Station Development
A guide to grants for communities looking for a way to fund rail station development.
Understanding the World of Funding Sources
PROTECTING AND PROMOTING RAIL STATIONS THROUGH HISTORIC DESIGNATION PROGRAMS
STATIONS
For detailed information on individual stations along our Great American Stations routes, use our interactive Station Finder.
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