Aiken in Aiken County, South Carolina — The American South (South Atlantic)
Aiken Railroad Depot
The Aiken Railroad Depot was constructed in 1899 by the Southern Railway. Built largely to service the wealthy travelers who comprised the Aiken Winter Colony, including members of the Vanderbilt, Mellon, and Astor families, the depot was designed as a showpiece. It helped to facilitate Aiken’s position as a popular sporting destination, especially among wealthy northerners, in the early 20th century.
Erected 2016 by Sponsored by Friends of the Aiken Railroad Depot. (Marker Number 2 60.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Railroads & Streetcars. A significant historical year for this entry is 1899.
Location. 33° 33.457′ N, 81° 42.961′ W. Marker is in Aiken, South Carolina , in Aiken County. Marker is at the intersection of Park Avenue SE and Union Street SE, on the right when traveling west on Park Avenue SE. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 406 Park Avenue SE, Aiken SC 29801, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. City of Aiken: A Glimpse Into Our Past (within shouting distance of this marker); How a Steam Engine Works (within shouting distance of this marker); Fast Food: Railroad Dining (within shouting distance of this marker); Bells and Whistles: Signaling (within shouting distance of this marker); Friendship Baptist Church (approx. 0.2 miles away); Friendship (African) Baptist Church (approx. 0.2 miles away); Aiken County 125th Anniversary (approx. 0.2 miles away); Aiken County Confederate Monument (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Aiken.
Credits. This page was last revised on January 7, 2024. It was originally submitted on January 4, 2024, by Tom Bosse of Jefferson City, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 48 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on January 4, 2024, by Tom Bosse of Jefferson City, Tennessee. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.