ENOSBURG FALLS, Vt. — The 130-year-old former train station in the northern Vermont town of Enosburg Falls is getting a facelift.

The building that once served as a freight and passenger line depot needs a new shingle roof and extensive work on its overhanging eaves.

The building now houses the Enosburg Historical Museum. It features antiques, artifacts and historical records and provides a meeting place for historical society programs.

Historical Society President Cindy Weed told the St. Albans Messenger that a newsletter prompted former local resident Glen Wright to reach out and offer to match up to $5,000 in community donations. Now a broader fundraiser is underway to raise a total of $40,000 for renovations.

“Needless to say I was excited,” said Weed. “We’re beyond thrilled to have received this generous gift. In these trying times, Glen’s call was an uplifting dose of fresh air.”

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