All Aboard! Join Us for the Opening of Brattleboro's New Amtrak Station Platform
The Town of Brattleboro and the Downtown Brattleboro Alliance invite the community to celebrate the opening of the community's new accessible Amtrak station platform on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. The celebration will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the station, located at 21 Vernon Street, near the Depot Street Parking Lot. (See parking information below.)
This exciting event marks the completion of a major infrastructure project that will improve accessibility and enhance rail travel for passengers using Amtrak's Vermonter line. The event will feature a ribbon-cutting ceremony with local and state officials, representatives from Amtrak, and project partners. Attendees will also be among the first to see the unveiling of a new Brattleboro Words Trail exhibit created by local artist Cynthia Houghton.
In addition to the ceremony, guests can enjoy food from 802 Soul Kitchen, family-friendly activities, and an opportunity to explore the newly completed station.
Please note that parking at the Depot Street Lot will be limited during the event. Attendees are encouraged to use the Transportation Center or the High Grove Lot, both of which offer 10-hour parking and convenient access to downtown.
The festivities will continue beyond the ribbon-cutting ceremony, including:
1 p.m. – The first train is scheduled to arrive at the new platform.
2 p.m. – The celebration continues downtown at the Museum of Things Tiny & Found, located at 139 Main Street, where visitors can enjoy a model train display and a miniature ribbon-cutting ceremony.
2:30 p.m. – The Latchis will show a train-themed film, Hugo. Suggested donation is $5.
3:30 p.m. – Senator Wendy Harrison will host a gathering at River & Rail Tavern with train advocates from Vermont, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire. All are welcome to come hear the stories and discuss how we can promote increased train travel in our region.
This project represents an important investment in the future of Brattleboro!
For more updates, see the Facebook event page.
Click the image below for more information on parking during the event.
