We have wanted to explore the former MKT railroad station in Sedalia, Missouri, but it has always been closed on previous visits. This time it was open.
The station was built in 1896 and served the railroad for years. Today it is occupied by the Sedalia Area Chamber of Commerce, Sedalia Convention and Visitors Bureau and serves as the official Welcome Center for Sedalia.
It is a Trailhead for the KATY bicycle trail across Missouri and has a full service bicycle shop which offers repair and service for all makes.
The station includes a wide variety of exhibits showing the history of the railroad, the building and the restoration of it after abandonment by the raiilroad. You can purchase garments highlighting the KATY Trail ride here.
More info can be found at: http://www.katydepotsedalia.com/directions.htm
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| Exploring the cabinet in the former dining room |
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| Floor plan for the depot |
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| Scott Joplin's Ragtime music is a part of the exhibits in the Depot museum |
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| Hearth in the former Ladies Waiting room |
What a beautifully-restored building! Did you buy any Katy Trail clothing?
ReplyDeleteThey have long and short sleeve T shirts and nicely done jerseys with KATY Trail graphics imprinted. Prices range from $22 to $65. We've looked but not bought yet.
DeleteThey have long and short sleeve T shirts and nicely done jerseys with KATY Trail graphics imprinted. Prices range from $22 to $65. We've looked but not bought yet.
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