| Address | 1000 N. Tryon St., Charlotte |
|---|---|
| National Register | ref 80002887, listed 1980-10-24 |
| Research depth | dossier, independently sourced |
What we established, and from where
The local press announced in July 1895 who the architect of the new terminal would be.
independent National Park Service / NC SHPO · checked 2026-09-17
The Seaboard Air Line officially opened its new Tryon Street station on 16 June 1896.
independent National Park Service / NC SHPO · checked 2026-09-17
The umbrella shed is supported by fifteen cast iron columns set into concrete paving blocks.
independent National Park Service / NC SHPO · checked 2026-09-17
The station's original interior included a ticket agent's office and two waiting rooms designated by race.
independent National Park Service / NC SHPO · checked 2026-09-17
The turret that crowned the 1896 building is gone and original quoining remains only on the second storey.
independent National Park Service / NC SHPO · checked 2026-09-17
After the last train in November 1958 the structure served as a yard office for the railroad.
independent National Park Service / NC SHPO · checked 2026-09-17
The primary source
The National Register nomination is the fullest account of this property that exists, written by a researcher and reviewed by the State Historic Preservation Office. The nomination (National Park Service).
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