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Arlington Texas & Pacific Depot and Platform The new community of Arlington was founded around the Texas and Pacific (T&P) Railway line in 1875. The town grew quickly as residents of Johnson Station and other nearby settlements moved to take advantage of the economic boom. The first train arrived in Arlington on July 19, 1876. The station quickly became a social hub, as residents leisured near the depot to discover who or what arrived via the rail. By 1901, six trains stopped daily. Residents complained of the first depot's inadequacy, so when the old depot caught fire in 1902, T&P vowed a better facility. The new depot was highly praised by residents and visitors when it opened in 1904. Expansions were added shortly after. By 1917, the depot included a lobby, segregated waiting rooms and indoor restrooms, a bag room, a record room, and a freight room with an elevated plank platform. An iconic central tower housed office space. The Arlington Journal dubbed the depot's east platform "the coolest loafing place in town." The train depot became the center of a city-wide act of benevolence in the years following World War II. In 1951, the Arlington community became aware of the plight of Königshofen, a West German town overwhelmed with East German refugees. Largely led by Ms. Velma Howell, Arlington residents pitched in to send aid supplies to the struggling town. Residents and community officials gathered at the depot to see the supplies sent on their way. In total, four shipments of supplies would be sent between 1952 and 1954, establishing a long term bond between the two cities. The T&P depot was rebuilt in 1956. T&P discontinued passenger service in 1969 and demolished the depot the same year. Only the platform remained. Focused solely on freight, T&P moved offices to 401 N. Watson Rd., near the General Motors plant, ending decades as a social and civic center of downtown Arlington. (2021) Marker is Property of the State of Texas
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Preservation Link is a non-profit organization based in Dallas, TX that is dedicated to the preservation of historic buildings and landmarks in the city. Established in 1998, the organization is committed to protecting the cultural heritage of Dallas by promoting the conservation and rehabilitation of historic sites.

Preservation Link provides a range of services to the community, including advocacy, education, and technical assistance. The organization works closely with property owners, architects, and contractors to ensure that historic buildings are restored and maintained in accordance with best practices.

One of the key initiatives of Preservation Link is the preservation of the city’s historic neighborhoods. The organization advocates for the protection of these neighborhoods and works to ensure that they are not destroyed by development or neglect.

In addition to its advocacy work, Preservation Link also provides educational programs to the community. The organization offers workshops, seminars, and tours focused on topics such as historic preservation, architecture, and urban planning.

Overall, Preservation Link plays a vital role in the preservation of Dallas’s rich cultural heritage. The organization’s commitment to historic preservation ensures that future generations will be able to appreciate and learn from the city’s unique history and architecture.

PRESERVATION LINK is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in DALLAS TX. US MID #8404800088

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mount Plains (Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming).

Arlington Texas & Pacific Depot and Platform The new community of Arlington was founded around the Texas and Pacific (T&P) Railway line in 1875. The town grew quickly as residents of Johnson Station and other nearby settlements moved to take advantage of the economic boom. The first train arrived in Arlington on July 19, 1876. The station quickly became a social hub, as residents leisured near the depot to discover who or what arrived via the rail. By 1901, six trains stopped daily. Residents complained of the first depot's inadequacy, so when the old depot caught fire in 1902, T&P vowed a better facility. The new depot was highly praised by residents and visitors when it opened in 1904. Expansions were added shortly after. By 1917, the depot included a lobby, segregated waiting rooms and indoor restrooms, a bag room, a record room, and a freight room with an elevated plank platform. An iconic central tower housed office space. The Arlington Journal dubbed the depot's east platform "the coolest loafing place in town." The train depot became the center of a city-wide act of benevolence in the years following World War II. In 1951, the Arlington community became aware of the plight of Königshofen, a West German town overwhelmed with East German refugees. Largely led by Ms. Velma Howell, Arlington residents pitched in to send aid supplies to the struggling town. Residents and community officials gathered at the depot to see the supplies sent on their way. In total, four shipments of supplies would be sent between 1952 and 1954, establishing a long term bond between the two cities. The T&P depot was rebuilt in 1956. T&P discontinued passenger service in 1969 and demolished the depot the same year. Only the platform remained. Focused solely on freight, T&P moved offices to 401 N. Watson Rd., near the General Motors plant, ending decades as a social and civic center of downtown Arlington. (2021) Marker is Property of the State of Texas
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DALLAS
TX
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MID # 8404800088
Name PRESERVATION LINK
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
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LAT/LONG 32.76705, -96.78692
CODES FIPS State Code: 48
FIPS County Code: 113
US Census Tract: 020400
US Census Block: 1073