A house RESOLUTION

 

TO RECOGNIZE AND CELEBRATE THE GREENWOOD RAILROAD HISTORICAL CENTER FOR THE GROUNDBREAKING CEREMONY OF THEIR NEW SOUTHERN PASSENGER DEPOT.

 

Whereas, the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives are pleased to hear that on Thursday, April 2, 2026, the Railroad Historical Center in Greenwood will host a groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate the construction of their new replica Southern Passenger Depot; and

 

Whereas, the Railroad Historical Center has been working with DP3 Architects on the design. They are recreating an authentic Southern Passenger Depot, complete with the signature green and yellow paint for which they were known. DP3 Architects have had the privilege of restoring three Southern Passenger Depots across South Carolina and hope to continue to honor and reinforce the historical significance of rail travel in South Carolina with this new project; and

 

Whereas, the depot will be representative of the Seaboard Passenger Depots of the early 1900s, a symbol of small-town economic growth and vitality. The exhibition hall will serve as both a museum and an event space, creating an immersive experience that honors the region's rail heritage and adds a bright addition to Main Street in Greenwood; and

 

Whereas, this new replica depot bridges the past with the present to preserve the rich history of Greenwood, while providing a dynamic new community space; and

 

Whereas, the Railroad Historical Center hopes to make this historical treasure accessible to as many people as possible, helping to educate them on the huge role that the railroad played in the economic growth and cultural development in the region through exhibits and interpretations; and

 

Whereas, this new addition will also help improve the community by increasing visitors annually, which will benefit local businesses, adding significantly to the prosperity of Greenwood County, honoring not only their past, but their future. Now, therefore,

 

Be it resolved by the House of Representatives:

 

That the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives, by this resolution, recognize and celebrate the Greenwood Railroad Historical Center for the groundbreaking ceremony of their new Southern Passenger Depot.

 

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to the Railroad Historical Center.

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