Millwood Train Station Replica Back in Play

MILLWOOD, NY — The red building that once served the old Putnam railroad line was demolished in 2012 but discussion from back then about a replica is coming alive again.

"For years there has been talk of building a replica of the former Millwood train station. We are now looking to getting it done," wrote New Castle Town Supervisor Rob Greenstein. "BOCES previously offered to build this for us, and they are still interested! We are looking to secure funding from Westchester County, and we're working with Senator Terrence Murphy and Assemblyman David Buchwald to help us secure the necessary permit."

The storied structure was originally built for Briarcliff Manor's stop along the Putnam Line and moved to Millwood in 1909, according to an Images of America series book on New Castle's history that includes records from the town's historical society. The Putnam Line, which ran through Millwood beginning in the 1880s, ceased providing passenger service in 1958, according to records. The right of way for the line is now the adjacent North County Trailway for bike riders.

When it became obvious that the structure was in terrible shape and its new owners wanted to tear it down, town officials in 2012 began talking about building a replica on adjacent land owned by Westchester County. Students in an architectural design program at Putnam/Northern Westchester BOCES would come up with drawings and create cut wooden pieces that would be assembled.

The town is also pursuing grants to cover costs such as the foundation, windows and roof, Greenstein said.

SEE ALSO:

• Old Millwood Train Station Has Been Demolished
• Millwood Train Station May Be Demolished; Replica Considered

Patch file photos by Tom Auchterlonie