In 1874, a branch of the railroad line from Norwalk to Danbury was extended into Ridgefield, a short distance from the growing downtown. Wealthy New Yorkers could now reach Ridgefield easily. Some built mansions with hilltop views of the Long Island Sound, some of the Hudson River.
The spur line was abandoned in 1925 when automobiles made many other towns easily reachable. The former terminus is now incorporated into a hardware and building supply business. A very nice trail for walking, running and bicycling has taken the place of the abandoned rail line.
5 comments:
Nicely renovated.
Nicely done, keeping the structure's integrity. Well, I was looking for the answer to the round building in front of the big house on yesterday's post. Eh?
What a fine looking building, Jack!
Rails to trails is a great program that benefits everyone. What a fine looking railroad station building. So glad it is still being used and maintained.
That's a good use of the old place.
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