At a Glance
- TypeHeritage railroad & tourist attraction
- LocationNH
- Rating4.7 ★108 Google reviews
About Potter Place Railroad Station
The Potter Place Railroad Station stands on Depot Street in Andover, New Hampshire, adjacent to the Northern Rail Trail that follows the former Boston and Maine Railroad right‑of‑way. Built in 1874, the single‑story wood‑frame building retains its hip roof, decorative brackets and track‑facing bay that once operated a semaphore signal. Today the station houses the Andover Historical Society Museum, featuring a period station‑master’s office and an early‑20th‑century caboose, and opens on summer weekends.
Upcoming Events
No ticketed events are currently listed for Potter Place Railroad Station. Many heritage operators publish schedules seasonally or run on regular open hours instead of dated events.
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Plan Your Visit
- ParkingFree lot
- AccessibilityWheelchair-accessible entrance · accessible parking
- HoursMonday: ClosedTuesday: ClosedWednesday: ClosedThursday: ClosedFriday: ClosedSaturday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PMSunday: 12:30 – 3:00 PM
Find the Depot
The Trains
Alongside the 1874 station, the museum keeps an early-20th-century caboose and a period station-master's office, open on summer weekends.
History
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The Northern Railroad opened its line between Concord, New Hampshire, and White River Junction, Vermont, in 1847, establishing the route that would later host the Potter Place station. The station itself is constructed in 1874 and is recognized as one of the best‑preserved 19th‑century railroad stations in Merrimack County, one of only fourteen surviving stations in the county at the time of its National Register of Historic Places listing in 1989. The Boston and Maine Railroad sold the building in 1961, after which a careful restoration was undertaken during the 1970s. The Andover Historical Society assumed ownership in 1983 and now operates the structure as its primary museum.
Around the Depot
Around the Potter Place Railroad Station in New Hampshire, the Ashland Railroad Station Museum lies about 21 mi off and the Hobo and Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroads roughly 23 mi away.
Potter Place Railroad StationMuseum·★ 4.7 (107)3 min walkDirections →New Hampshire Black Heritage Trail Marker - Andover (Richard Potter)Attraction3 min walkDirections →Freight House (1849) - oldest rail building in AndoverMuseum4 min walkDirections →
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Potter Place Railroad Station located?
Potter Place Railroad Station is located in NH.
How do I get tickets to Potter Place Railroad Station?
Tickets and current schedules are available on the operator's official website at https://www.andoverhistoricalsociety.org/.