Since 1916, the historic Pullman Train Depot has stood as a symbol of arrival, connection, and community. For more than a century, this landmark has welcomed students, families, visitors, and generations of residents to Pullman and to the heart of Washington State University.

 

Today, this treasured building faces a critical moment. Time and wear threaten the Depot’s future, but together we have an extraordinary opportunity: not simply to preserve a historic structure, but to restore a living centerpiece of our community for the next hundred years.

 

By supporting the restoration of the Pullman Train Depot, you are investing in the history, culture, and future of Pullman itself.

 

Building on Remarkable Progress
Thanks to generous donors, grants, and community support, tremendous progress has already been made over the past five years.

 

Roof Restoration 

After discovering a few pieces of the original green roof tile, the old asphalt and aging metal roof was removed, the original roof installed with newly manufactured green ceramic tiles produced by the original manufacturer—returning the building to its historic appearance.

 

Exterior Preservation

The brick exterior has been restored, re-pointed, and sealed, while the original windows have been repaired and returned to their historic operation and character. The original tongue and groove soffit was installed, and period style rain gutters added.

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Infrastructure Improvements 

Major infrastructure upgrades have included:

• Replacement of the underground drainage system 

• Modernization of the building’s electrical system 

• Overhead electrical service lines buried 

• Installation of a new high-capacity transformer designed to serve the Depot for the next century 

• These efforts have stabilized and protected the building. Now, we are ready for the most transformative phase yet.