Louisville and Nashville Passenger Station and Express Building
Introduction
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Completed between 1912-1913, this building served as Pensacola's main passenger station and express building for the Louisville and Nashville Railroad. Designed with a combination of Prairie School, Spanish Mission and Italianate architectural styles, this building was used by the railroad for over 60 years. In 1984, the building was refurbished and incorporated into the Pensacola Grand Hotel, then the Crowne Plaza Pensacola Grand Hotel, when the hotel was constructed behind it. The building houses a lobby, shops, a restaurant, and meeting rooms.
Images
The Passenger Station and Express Building as seen today with Crowne Plaza behind it
early 20th century postcard of the building
1920s-1930s photo of the station
Station and Express Building today up close.
Cite This Entry
Emett , Mike. "Louisville and Nashville Passenger Station and Express Building." Clio: Your Guide to History. September 15, 2016. Accessed August 15, 2025. https://theclio.com/entry/26217
Sources
Staff (2010-07-09). "National Register Information System". National Register of Historic Places