Grand Opening of Terminal Station in Leeds

Grand Opening of “Terminal Station: Birmingham’s Great Temple of Travel” at the Historic Leeds Depot

Leeds, AL – July 2025 – The Leeds Historical Society, in partnership with the Mid-South Chapter of the Railway & Locomotive Historical Society, is pleased to announce the grand opening of a new exhibit, Terminal Station: Birmingham’s Great Temple of Travel, at the Historic Leeds Depot.

This special event will take place on Saturday, August 2, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and will feature a compelling new exhibit that explores the architectural splendor and historic significance of Birmingham’s iconic Terminal Station. A preview and ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held the day prior, on Friday, August 1, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m., at the Leeds Depot.

Event Location:
Historic Leeds Depot
3535 Thornton Avenue NE
Leeds, Alabama 35094

A Collaborative Effort in Preservation
The Historic Leeds Depot is owned and maintained by the City of Leeds, which leases the facility to the Leeds Historical Society for public programming and historical interpretation. The Mid-South Chapter of the Railway & Locomotive Historical Society subleases the Agent’s Office and exhibit room, where this new display will be permanently installed.

"We are deeply grateful to the City of Leeds for its continued stewardship of this historic property and for supporting our mission to preserve and share local history," said Randy Ray, President of the Leeds Historical Society. "This exhibit celebrates a landmark that was once the heart of Birmingham’s rail travel, and we are excited to share it with the public."

Event Schedule – Saturday, August 2, 2025
10:00 AM – Grand Opening Program (Depot Baggage Room)
10:30 AM–2:00 PM – Exhibit Viewing and Book Signing by Marvin Clemons

Light refreshments will be served. Admission is free and all are welcome to attend.

For more information, visit www.LeadsHistoricalSociety.org or contact leedsHistorical@gmail.com.