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Durand Union Station

Durand, Michigan

A restored 114-year-old railroad station heralded as the most photographed depot in the United States.  

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This restored depot is home to the Michigan Railroad History Museum. Inside are dozens of artifacts from the railroad’s heyday, along with very knowledgeable curators. The depot also houses a library and archive that highlights the history of the railway lines across Michigan. The depot has become a mecca of sorts over the years for railroad and train enthusiasts. 

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Monday-Saturday hours: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Phone (989) 288-3561.

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