Venice Train Depot

AND ROLLINS W. COAKLEY RAILROAD PARK, 303 E. Venice Ave., Venice

Also features: historic railroad car. Neighboring complex of parks offer a boat ramp, playground and a canoe/kayak launch. This site offers indoor and outdoor reservable space. Visit scgov.net (keywords Venice Train Depot) or contact 941-861-1380.

ACTIVITIES

VENICE TRAIN DEPOT TOURS

Year-round / All ages / Fee: Free / Lobby / Dates and times vary The Venice Area Historical Society conducts tours of the Historic Venice Train Depot and Rollins W. Coakley Railroad Park. For details, visit veniceareahistoricalsociety.org, call 941-412-0151 or email depot@veniceareahistoricalsociety.org.

RENTALS

The Train Depot Platform has architectural appeal with its high arches and a large patio area. There is plenty of room for a large crowd, display space for vendors, band and dance area, tables and chairs. A beautiful setting overlooks the Intracoastal Waterway. The sunsets are nothing short of spectacular! The depot is home to a caboose, built in 1974 for the Louisville and Nashville Railroad. The caboose has a large 1,920-square-foot attached patio. The patio is the perfect spot for birthday parties or small events. It’s been home to many wedding services and vow renewal ceremonies. Say your vows and have your reception just steps away on the platform or in the Freight Room. The patio is equipped with an elevator for guests with disabilities.

HOST YOUR NEXT SPECIAL EVENT AT THE HISTORIC VENICE TRAIN DEPOT!

The Venice Train Depot has a variety of reservable space available including the rustic Freight Room, the Train Depot Platform overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway or the patio of an authentic railroad caboose. View facilities and request reservations at scgov.net/parks, or call 941-861-1380.