History
Durand Union Station was built in 1903 at the diamond of Grand Trunk Railway's Main East/West Line and the combination of GT's North/South Line and the Ann Arbor Railroad's Main. It was in use as a train depot until 1974, when it was slated for demolition. The Citizens of Durand refused to let their city's icon go, and fought to save it. It was purchased by the City of Durand for $1 in 1979. Since then, the restoration, maintenance, and operation of the station has been handled by Durand Union Station, Inc., a 501(c)3 historic nonprofit incorporated for the purpose. In 1991, the Durand Railroad Museum moved into the station from its location in a baggage car, and the Depot was named the official railroad history museum for the State of Michigan. Today, the museum offers a variety of exhibits and offers both Virtual and Audio Tours, both of which are captioned for the hard of hearing.
Specialties
We are not the Union Station Smokehouse! To buy Amtrak tickets please contact Amtrak! We specialize in providing a clean, safe, and fun space for people of all ages. Museums are for everyone, and Durand Union Station is proud to serve the Durand Community.