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- Description of Subject Matter: Architectural Significance
The Silver Spring B&O Railroad Station is significant for its association with the transportation-related growth and development of Silver Spring as the key suburban connection for train and automobile traffic, and for Silver Spring's development as a suburban area with close ties to the growth of Washington, D.C. The station - the only 20th century railroad station in Montgomery County and one of only two 20th century B&O stations extant in Maryland - represents the evolution of Silver Spring from a small country town centered around the railroad depot to a major transportation, retail, and residential suburb. Located just seven miles from the U.S. Capitol, the station served the commuter and long-distance needs of suburban residents for over 50 years and the station site represents more than 120 years of continuous passenger rail service by the B&O, Amtrak, and MARC rail lines.
Rededication Ceremony
At the completion of its extensive restoration efforts, Montgomery Preservation hosted a rededication ceremony for the B&O Station. Read more
An example of standardized institutional design for railroad stations of the mid-20th century, the station embodies the distinctive characteristics of the Colonial Revival style in its construction materials and details. Its classically simple exterior retains the hipped slate roof, fan light dormers, and double-hung windows with granite sills and keystones of the original construction. The station's interior retains the original recessed fluorescent lighting, modern open front ticket counter, terrazzo floor, wall clocks, parcel lockers, wooden desks, and tubular chrome chairs, providing a rare view of passenger railroad service during the middle of the 20th century.
Reuse of the Station
Montgomery Preservation, Inc., owner of the Silver Spring B&O Railroad Station, has returned to public use the Silver Spring station as a historic site that, by its architecture, furnishings, and activities and services to the public, reflects the proud history of Silver Spring and Montgomery County. The baggage room and agent/operator's office are leased to Class Acts Arts, a nonprofit arts outreach organization. The station is available for rental for meetings, performances, birthdays, and weddings. It is a unique venue where passing trains remind one of its historic use and set the stage for railroad theme events. The former passenger waiting room is available for rental for small meetings, receptions, programs, and gatherings. With the restoration of the station to its 1945 opening day appearance, visitors will enjoy the improved look of this transportation landmark. New amenities, including a handicapped-accessible entrance and restroom, air-conditioning, the restored 1945 passenger waiting room furniture, bicycle rack, and historical exhibits make the station more inviting to the public.
The above was from http://www.montgomerypreservation.org/BOStation.html
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Silver Spring B&O Railroad Station
8100 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20910
This brick structure was built in 1945. The westbound depot now owned by Montgomery Preservation Inc. housing railroad artifacts with former baggage area leased for commercial use. MARC passengers no longer board at this facility. In 2003 a new facility was opened about 1/4 mile west of this location adjacent to the Silver Spring Metro station. Photo taken 2003.
The B&O Railroad Station is Owned & Operated by Montgomery Preservation Inc., a Countywide Independent Non-profit Preservation Organization. This train station is the only building in downtown Silver Spring listed on the National Register of Historic Places
The above was from http://www.silverspringdowntown.com/go/silver-spring-bando-railroad-station
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