Kent station (Connecticut)

Kent station is a former train station in Kent, Connecticut. The station building was built in the 1870s to serve passengers on the Housatonic Railroad. The depot was anticipated to be completed and operating by August 1, 1872.[3] However, by April 1873 only the foundation and a portion of the framework was completed.[4] Once completed, the depot was described as "one of the finest" on the Housatonic RR.[5]

Kent
The former Kent station in 2012
General information
Coordinates41.7268771°N 73.4749836°W / 41.7268771; -73.4749836
Line(s)Housatonic Railroad
Tracks1
History
Opened1874 (1874)[1]
Closed1974 (1974)[2]
Former services
Preceding station New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad Following station
Gaylordsville
toward Norwalk and South Norwalk
 Pittsfield Branch Cornwall Bridge
toward Pittsfield

The structure still stands today and operates as Kent Station Pharmacy.

  • Kent Station Pharmacy
    Kent Station Pharmacy
  • Early 20th postcard of Kent station
    Early 20th postcard of Kent station
  • Front view of Kent station
    Front view of Kent station

References
  1. Belletzkie, Bob. "Stations: HE-K". Tylercitystation.info. Tylercitystation. Retrieved January 2, 2023.
  2. Charles, Eleanor (July 22, 1984). "Canaan Welcomes a New Railroad". The New York Times. New York, New York. Retrieved January 4, 2023.
  3. "Home News: Kent". Connecticut Western News. Salisbury, Connecticut. June 14, 1872. Retrieved January 4, 2023.
  4. "County Items". Litchfield Enquirer. Litchfield, Connecticut. April 10, 1873. Retrieved January 4, 2023.
  5. "Home News: Kent". Connecticut Western News. Salisbury, Connecticut. January 19, 1875. Retrieved January 4, 2023.
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