Corinth Depot (Mississippi) facts for kids
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Corinth Depot
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U.S. Historic district
Contributing property |
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Corinth Depot circa 1960s
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 Location in Mississippi
Location in the United States
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| Location | 221 North Fillmore Street, Corinth, Mississippi |
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| Built | c. 1917 |
| Architectural style | American Craftsman |
| Part of | Downtown Corinth Historic District (ID92001792) |
Quick facts for kids Significant dates |
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| Designated CP | January 29, 1993 |
The Corinth Depot, also known as the Southern/GM&O Depot, is a historic building in Corinth, Mississippi. It was built around 1917 and is located at 221 North Fillmore Street. Today, it is known as the Corinth Crossroads Museum.
This depot is an important part of the Downtown Corinth Historic District. This entire district was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1993. In 1995, the depot itself was also recognized as a special Mississippi Landmark.
A Look Back in Time
Why Corinth Was Important
Back in 1857, a piece of land in Corinth was set aside for a train station. This was a very special spot because two major railroads met there. These were the Memphis & Charleston and the Mobile & Ohio lines.
Because these two important train lines crossed in Corinth, controlling the town was very important during the American Civil War. This led to big events like the Siege of Corinth and later the Second Battle of Corinth.
The Depot Building
The building you see today is actually the third train station built on this spot. It's a one-story building made of wood. It has a unique V-shape, which was designed to fit perfectly where the two railway lines crossed.
The outside walls are covered with stucco, and the bottom part has brick. Each of the two railway companies had its own brick entrance into the depot. Passengers who were ready to leave would enter the building on the opposite side, in the middle of the V-shape.
Busy Times and New Life
The Corinth Depot was busiest during the 1930s and 1940s. During these years, dozens of passenger trains used the station every day.
In 2007, the depot found a new purpose. It became the home for the Corinth Crossroads Museum. Inside, you can see many interesting displays. These include items from the Civil War, old photographs, industrial tools, and souvenirs related to railroads.
