IT’S HISTORY

Why Rhode Island's Ghost Station Is Running Out of Time


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Pawtucket Station, located in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, is a historic train station with a rich history dating back to its construction in 1916 by the New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad. Designed in the Beaux-Arts style, it served as a bustling hub for passengers and freight, reflecting the city's industrial prominence in the early 20th century. The station witnessed a decline in usage post-World War II, exacerbated by the rise of automobile travel and the eventual collapse of the New Haven Railroad. By the early 1970s, regular passenger services ceased, leading to its abandonment. Despite various proposals for redevelopment and preservation, the station remains a poignant symbol of Pawtucket's past, standing as a testament to the transformative shifts in transportation and industry in the region.

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IT’S HISTORYBy Ryan Socash

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