Hoschton in Jackson County, Georgia — The American South (South Atlantic)
Hoschton Train Depot
Photographed By David Seibert, April 17, 2009
1. Hoschton Train Depot Marker
The four Hosch brothers founded Hoschton in 1881 in the hope of influencing the proposed route of the Gainesville, Jefferson and Southern Railroad. In 1833 this depot was built on land donated by the brothers. The railroad transformed the town and surrounding areas, serving as a catalyst for the development of commerce, agriculture, education, industry, communications, and transportation. The railroad provided a link with other Georgia communities, opened the market for the region’s agricultural products, made manufactured goods widely available, and stimulated the growth of businesses, churches, schools, and the town itself. Train service ended in 1947.Erected 2002 by Georgia Historical Society, the City of Hoschton, Hoschton Women’s Civic Club, and Hosch Family Descendants. (Marker Number 78-1.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Political Subdivisions • Railroads & Streetcars. In addition, it is included in the Georgia Historical Society series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1881.
Location. 34° 5.841′
Photographed By David Seibert, May 17, 2004
2. Hoschton Train Depot Marker
The marker in its original position, adjacent to Highway 53 (the road visible to the right).
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 8 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. The Braselton Family (approx. 0.7 miles away); The Braselton School Bell (approx. 0.7 miles away); Bethabra Baptist Church (approx. 2.6 miles away); Battle of King's Tanyard (approx. 4.3 miles away); Rockwell Universalist Church (approx. 5.3 miles away); Perry-Rainey Institute (approx. 7 miles away); Karina Miller Nature Preserve (approx. 7.4 miles away); Winder's Most Historical Site (approx. 7.4 miles away).
More about this marker. Marker was originally installed on Georgia Highway 53 at the old depot. It has recently been moved to the rear of the depot, at the entrance from the parking lot.
Photographed By David Seibert, April 17, 2009
3. Hoschton Train Depot Marker
Photographed By David Seibert, April 17, 2009
4. Hoschton Train Depot and Marker
Photographed By David Seibert, April 17, 2009
5. Hoschton Train Depot and Marker
Viewed from the parking lot; the original location of the marker is to the right of the Depot, adjoining Highway 53.
Photographed By Stanley and Terrie Howard, October 2, 2009
6. National Register of Historic Places Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on April 18, 2021. It was originally submitted on April 25, 2009, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia. This page has been viewed 1,711 times since then and 51 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on April 25, 2009, by David Seibert of Sandy Springs, Georgia. 6. submitted on November 4, 2009, by Stanley and Terrie Howard of Greer, South Carolina. • Craig Swain was the editor who published this page.
