A few months ago, I blogged about Buffalo, NY’s Central Terminal. As I said then, it’s definitely not Louisville architecture, but I found it so interesting that I had to post about it. Now, I want to feature a major rail rub that’s much closer to home:
Cincinnati’s Union Terminal. It has a far happier history than Buffalo’s station. Dedicated in 1933, it’s a beautiful, striking, Art Deco masterpiece. Also, its half dome design makes it very unique. It flourished throughout WWII, but like the entire passenger rail industry, began to decline soon after. By 1972, the last train had pulled out of the station. Unlike a lot of old terminals though, its community never allowed it to severely deteriorate. It served as a shopping mall for a while then transitioned into its current use as a museum and cultural center. Today, it remains an active, often visited, well-maintained complex. It even offers rail service again (Amtrak). My wife and I visited just last month. See the links below for photos and more information. Further, plan a trip up there for yourself sometime. You’ll enjoy it.
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