The Perry depot on Feb. 22, 2020 after being moved to a new location, which is still along the tracks.
Nearly three years after the idea was proposed to move a Rock Island Railroad depot in Perry, Arkansas to keep it from being torn down, a significant milestone has been reached in the project. Last month the 101-year-old passenger and freight station, which was along the railroad’s Sunbelt Line between Memphis and Tucumcari, New Mexico, was moved to a new location. A foundation was then constructed underneath the building. The next priority is to raise money to replace the roof.
I’ve written an update on the project and how people can help by making donations. This really was a long shot idea that has come together thanks to a lot of supporters who realize the significance of this old building. READ MORE.
Director of Public Affairs at Arkansas PBS, 35-year broadcasting veteran, photographer, interested in radio, TV and railroad history, author and host of the book and podcast series Rock Island Railroad in Arkansas.
