The Lincoln Depot Museum, located in Peekskill, NY, is a 3,000 square foot freight and passenger rail depot that has been restored to its original glory. It serves as a museum dedicated to exploring and educating audiences about the significant role that Peekskill and the Hudson Valley played in the national stage during the Civil War era, particularly in relation to President Abraham Lincoln. The museum showcases the exhibit "New York and Abraham Lincoln: The Indispensable Relationship," highlighting the impact of Lincoln on Peekskill, the Hudson Valley, and the state of New York as a whole.
The Lincoln Depot Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, was instrumental in the restoration and establishment of the museum. With the support of grants from the New York Environmental Protection Fund and the New York Empire State Development Corporation, the foundation successfully renovated the historic Peekskill Train Depot, where President-elect Abraham Lincoln made a stop in 1861. Led by a dedicated board of directors, including former Mayor John G. Testa, the Lincoln Depot Museum stands as the only museum of its kind in the entire state of New York, attracting national attention and interest.
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