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Creston began as a railroad town in 1869. It was located at the high point on the Burlington Line between the two great rivers, the Missouri and Mississippi.
In 1960 Creston was cut from the division title and the h  istoric 1899 Rail Depot was closed and sold to the city of Creston for $1.00. Originally, the building was condemned and scheduled for demolition, but citizens of Creston saved the historic landmark. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1973 and in 1978 the Creston City offices located to the restored Depot.Today, besides Creston City offices you can find the Union County Congregate Meal Site located in the building as wekk as Creston: Arts, the Gallery. Also, the restored Depot now houses a Presidential Doll Collection, given to the city by a long-time resident, which depict all first ladies in their inaugural gowns through Mrs. Clinton. In the Memorial Room on the first floor, designed as a waiting area from long ago, the Creston Model Railroaders have built a working replica of Creston during its railroad hey-day. Many train lovers visit the Depot to enjoy the atmosphere and the over forty plus trains that still pass or stop in Creston on a daily basis. For more information please call 641-782-7022 or visit our website at www.unioncountyiowatourism.com
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