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Historic 1914
Chicago & Northwestern Railroad Depot
715 3rd Street W        Redfield SD 57469
(605) 472-4566

[-Historic Chicago & Northwestern Railroad Depot Now Open!! ]

Historic Chicago & Northwestern Railroad Depot Open: April to November
Thursday through Sunday
1:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Or by appointment
(605) 472-4566


Vintage Fashion & Doll Show Wednesday Aug 11 at 7:30 p.m.
Redfield Senior Center

Doll Show

Dessert & Beverage served
Tickets $10

Proceeds to benefit the Spink County Museum expansion and the C&NW Depot refurbishing
Contact Geri Heim or Kathy Maddox



spacerThis Depot, originally dedicated on October 23, 1914, was built in the likeness of the original C&NW Depot in Chicago, IL. Passenger trains serviced this depot until early 1950's. The railroad then used the building for dry storage. Spink County Dairy and Northwestern Public Service were the next businesses to use the building for storage. Then in the early 70's Dakota Best Farm store moved in and occupied the building until 2001.

spacerIn 2002, the city of Redfield received a matching Federal Grant and began restoring the Depot to its original grandeur. Today, thanks to so many area families, everyone can enjoy the railroad items, model trains, engines and artifacts depicting the early days of the railroad.


Upcoming Events at the Depot

"A Capital Fight: Choosing South Dakota's Capital City."
Depot Exhibit September 11 through November 11, 2010

spacerBecoming South Dakota's Capital city brought money, people, and prestige to the winning town. Pierre, Huron, Mitchell, Sioux Falls, and Watertown all entered the fray - alongw with Wolsey and the non-existent town of Harrison! Pierre won all three capital elections. Text and photographs tell the story of the lively multi-year fight and building the magnificent state capitol.

(This exhibition is sponsored by the South Dakota Future Fund and the South Dakota Heritage Fund.)
[ Photo Albums ] [ We've been working on the Depot ] [ Photos of the Past ]

spacerThe Tourism Committee sponsor various traveling displays, movies and historic lectures through out the year. Watch the announcements and Redfield Press for the up coming special events.
Box Lunch Social - October 23rd
Pheasantennial Displays - October to November 2nd
Christmas at the Depot - December 10th - 12th, 2010
The Depot Lunchroom is available for non-profit educational groups for meetings.

Please refer to the Depot Use Policy and contact the Depot (605) 472-4566 or City Hall (605) 472-4550 if interested.



VOLUNTEERS: The City of Redfield and the Tourism Committee appreciates those of you who have given your time to help at the Depot and on the various projects. We are looking for volunteers to help at the Depot during regular hours from 1-5 p.m. Thursday through Sunday and during special events like the Box Lunch. Call the Depot at 472-4566 during regular hours for more information about these events and how you can get involved.

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Redfield City Tourism
626 Main     Redfield South Dakota 57469
Phone: (605) 472-4550     FAX: (605) 472-4553