Lansdale Freight House Renovations
Donation protected
This local Lansdale historic landmark, constructed in 1902, served as the commerce hub of the borough for decades. The Philadelphia and Reading Railroad Freight House gave local industries and manufacturers rail access to markets all over the region and beyond. In doing so, it (and the nearby Passenger Station) contributed to the growth of the borough as a business and population center in the early 20th century.
For some 20 years the stately stone station had fallen into non-use and disrepair. In Summer 2016 Discover Lansdale had the opportunity to purchase the building as part of an arrangement with the borough's Parking Authority, which wanted the surrounding land to increase the town's available spaces. We are proud to help save this significant part of the town's heritage from the wrecking ball, and invite the community to join us as we bring it back to vibrant life — to make it a welcome center for the town, a showplace for the town’s history and growth, and a resource for the entire community for various events and celebrations.
We hope you will consider contributing to Discover Lansdale's efforts to restore and renovate the borough's historic Freight Station. ANY amount would be very much appreciated, every bit helps with the overall goal. Though this GoFundMe goal is small compared to our overall need, it will help fill our budget for the needed windows in the building.
About Discover Lansdale Freight Station Project
For some 20 years the stately stone station had fallen into non-use and disrepair. In Summer 2016 Discover Lansdale had the opportunity to purchase the building as part of an arrangement with the borough's Parking Authority, which wanted the surrounding land to increase the town's available spaces. We are proud to help save this significant part of the town's heritage from the wrecking ball, and invite the community to join us as we bring it back to vibrant life — to make it a welcome center for the town, a showplace for the town’s history and growth, and a resource for the entire community for various events and celebrations.
We hope you will consider contributing to Discover Lansdale's efforts to restore and renovate the borough's historic Freight Station. ANY amount would be very much appreciated, every bit helps with the overall goal. Though this GoFundMe goal is small compared to our overall need, it will help fill our budget for the needed windows in the building.
About Discover Lansdale Freight Station Project
Organizer
Bill Henning
Organizer
Lansdale, PA