Winona and St. Peter Railroad Freight House facts for kids
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Winona and St. Peter Railroad Freight House
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The Winona and St. Peter Railroad Freight House viewed from the west
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 Location in Minnesota
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| Location | 58 Center Street, Winona, Minnesota |
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| Area | Less than one acre |
| Built | 1882–83 |
| NRHP reference No. | 84001733 |
| Designated | January 26, 1984 |
The Winona and St. Peter Railroad Freight House is an old building in Winona, Minnesota. It was built between 1882 and 1883. This building was used to store and move goods for the Winona and St. Peter Railroad. It is the last building of its kind from that railroad left in Winona.
The freight house was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1984. This means it is an important historical site. It was recognized because of its role in transportation. The Winona and St. Peter Railroad helped Winona grow. It connected the city to new markets across Minnesota and into Dakota Territory. This helped businesses in Winona a lot.
History of the Freight House
The Winona and St. Peter Railroad Freight House was very busy for many years. It was a key part of moving goods by train. Over time, different companies took over the railroad. But the building kept its job as a railroad office and freight house. It was used for these purposes until 1961.
Today, the building has a new life. The western part of the old freight house is now a restaurant. It is called the Jefferson Pub & Grill. Inside, you can see old photos and items from the railroad's past. It helps people remember the building's history.
