Sanford Depot

The Sanford Depot connects the past to the present and welcomes all to Sanford … then and now.

From a railroad town to a bustling city, Sanford is known as a place where things are made, a place that invests in itself and its community, and a place that excels in innovation, education, determination, and perseverance.

Help us tell Sanford’s story by renovating the historic Sanford Depot to be the “front door” & showpiece of our community. Just as it did after Sanford sprang up from the crossing of two railroads, the renovated Depot will welcome both residents and guests while showcasing our city’s timeless charm.

What’s Next for the Depot?

Built in 1910, the Sanford Depot is an iconic landmark in the heart of downtown Sanford. Its existence is a testament to our community that grew from a simple railroad crossing to become a regional and statewide competitor in innovation and commerce.

There is no better home for a state-of-the-art welcome center than this poignant and beloved reminder of who we have always been: people who make things happen.

Plans for the renovated building include:

  • A welcome desk staffed with friendly and knowledgeable locals
  • Digital kiosks stocked with information about all that Sanford offers
  • A multi-purpose room for meetings and gatherings
  • Curated cultural, history, and art exhibits and displays

View the potential floor plan for the renovated building.

Leave a Legacy

You can help make this vision a reality by donating to the Depot Renovation Capital Campaign.

Here are some donation options.

Depot Renovation Capital Campaign Committee

The following are elected officials, civic leaders, and community members who serve on the committee to renovate the Sanford Depot:

  • Mayor Chet Mann;
  • Sanford City Councilman Byron Buckels;
  • Sanford City Councilman Sam Gaskins;
  • Sanford Councilman Jimmy Haire;
  • Hal Hegwer, Sanford City Manager;
  • Wendy Bryan, Sanford Tourism Development Authority;
  • Joe Clancy, Express Employment Professionals;
  • Vic Czar, City of Sanford Public Works Director;
  • Doug Gay, Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company;
  • Buck Harris, Downtown Sanford, Inc., Board Member;
  • Beth Kelly, City of Sanford Financial Services Director;
  • Kelli Laudate, Executive Director of Downtown Sanford, Inc.;
  • Holly Marosites, City of Sanford Management Analyst;
  • Joni Martin, Progressive Contracting;
  • Kelly Miller, City of Sanford Public Information Officer;
  • Dargan Moore, Edward Jones (and SAGA appointee);
  • Meg Moss, Sanford Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director;
  • Jimmy Randolph, Sanford Area Growth Alliance CEO;
  • Fedd Walker, City of Sanford Public Works; and
  • Liz Whitmore, City of Sanford Historic Planner.