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Lutz Historic Train Depot

4/1/2023

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The station was the first and only train station for Lutz. In 1907 the Tampa Northern Railroad was built, connecting Tampa to Brooksville and points north, putting a stage coach line out of business. An engineer on the line, William Lutz, named one of the stops where the train picked up more wood for its steam engine after himself: Lutz Station.The Lutz train depot was a key hub for transporting goods and passengers in and out of the area. The depot was also an important gathering place for the community, as it was a central location for social events and celebrations.

Also, in the early 20th century, the train depot played a role in the development of the citrus industry in the Lutz area. Citrus growers would transport their crops to the depot, where they could be shipped to markets throughout the country.
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Over time, as automobile travel became more popular, the demand for train travel decreased. The Lutz train depot eventually closed in the 1960s and fell into disrepair but restored later. The depot has been added to the National Register of Historic Places and is used as a community center for events and gatherings.

Source: Travel for Taste; See also History of Lutz
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