(270) 830-9707

101 N. Water Street, Suite B, Henderson, KY Open Mon.-Fri. 10am-4pm, Sat. 10am-2pm


  • Black History Exhibit

    View our latest exhibit honoring local African-Americans who made a difference in our community. See how Mrs. Thelma B. Johnson devoted her life to her community, and read about former slaves who fought for their freedom during the Civil War.

Preserving the Past - Embracing the Future

About Us

Located on the riverfront in downtown Henderson, The Depot Community Room stands as an example of the city's commitment to preserving the past while embracing the future. The building is a replica of the 1901 train depot.

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Exhibits

We feature images and artifacts on Henderson's history as well as seasonal, rotating exhibits. The room is also home to a working train set, original Audubon print and W.C. Handy's trumpet and sheet music.

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Special Events

Each year the staff creates several events to teach and preserve Henderson's history. Events include seasonal walking tours, River Heritage Day, the Folklife Festival, the popular Spooks & Legends Walking Tour, and the recently added Fernwood Cemetery Tour - to name a few!

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DID YOU KNOW…Grandpa Jones historical marker has been approved!

Help bring Grandpa Jones' marker to Henderson. Donations are now being accepted by the Henderson County Historical and Genealogical Society to pay for the historical highway marker recently approved by the Kentucky Historical Society. Mail your donation to The Henderson County Historical and Genealogical Society at PO Box 303, Henderson KY 42419, or bring it by the offices at the Depot on Tuesdays or Thursdays from 10am to 4 pm.

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Community Room Hours

Monday - Friday, 10am-4pm Saturday, 10am - 2pm
Henderson Depot - Preserving the Past, Embracing the Future © The Depot Community Room, 2012