Jacksonville’s historic warehouses and industrial buildings tell the story of a city shaped by railroads, shipping, manufacturing and commerce. From coffee roasting plants and wholesale grocery warehouses to bottling operations and distribution centers, these buildings once formed the backbone of Jacksonville’s working economy. Some continue to serve industrial purposes, while others have been adapted for offices, apartments and small businesses, or simply await their next chapter. Through historic and present-day photographs, this collection explores how these landmarks have changed while preserving visible connections to Jacksonville’s industrial past. Read More
Once one of the busiest passenger rail stations in the Midwest, St. Paul Union Depot sat without passenger trains for more than four decades. Its restoration offers a compelling example of how a historic downtown train station can find new life as a multimodal transportation hub and destination. Read More
Long before entrepreneurship became a buzzword, Sophia Nickerson Starks built one of Jacksonville's most influential Black-owned institutions. Read More
