Great American Stations Project

Kewanee, Ill. Celebrates
Dedication of New
Intercity Passenger
Rail Station

Station Viewed as a Generator for Economic Development

On April 13, 2012, state and Amtrak officials—arriving aboard the eastbound Illinois Zephyr—joined with townspeople to dedicate Kewanee’s new train station, a facility first proposed more than a decade ago.

Photo courtesy City of Kewanee.

Culpeper, Va. Wins Great American Main Street Award

Decades of Commitment Honored

Culpeper Station

On April 2, 2012, Culpeper was announced as one of five winners of this award from the National Trust for Historic Preservation. The rebirth of this downtown began with the restoration of their passenger depot.

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)

Amtrak Signage Registered users can download a copy of the Amtrak Graphics Signage Standards Manual or Station Planning Guidelines. »

Historic Stations *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.