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CALLICOON DEPOT INC
CALLICOON, NY · EIN 852459619 · Form 990EZ · FY2023 · NTEE S20 · Community Improvement · Micro (<$100K) · thecallicoondepot.org
revenue
$7K
expenses
$7K
net assets
$3K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

TO ESTABLISH A TOWN SQUARE, COMMUNITY COMMONS AND VISITORS CENTER AT THE SITE OF THE CALLICOON TRAIN DEPOT.

profile · synthesized from sources

Callicoon Depot Inc. (CDI) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to redeveloping the historic Callicoon train depot into a town square, community commons, and visitor center. Working in partnership with the Callicoon Business Association and the Upper Delaware Scenic Byway, CDI is advancing renovation efforts through state grants and community engagement. The organization hosts public events, markets, and educational programs to activate the space and support regional tourism and economic development.

named programs · 4 · from sources

What they call their work

Community Events and Open Houses
Monthly open houses, town hall meetings, and special events such as Railroad Day and the Birdhouse Design Contest to engage the public and promote the depot’s history and redevelopment
Depot Market
Monthly outdoor market held on the second Saturday from May through November, featuring local artisans, crafters, and vendors selling handmade and vintage goods on the depot grounds
Used Book Sale
Regular fundraising event held in the depot's former freight room, offering over 800 used books across a variety of subjects
Visitor Center Development
Phase 1 renovation project to restore the depot interior for public use, including waiting room, ticket office, restrooms, and telegraph room, to serve as a visitor center for the Upper Delaware Scenic Byway
activities · 7 groups

What they do

  • Railroad and Canal Heritage Preservation 2 activities
    • Operate the Callicoon Depot as a visitor center and public venue
      Operates the historic depot as the main visitor center for the Upper Delaware Scenic Byway and a multi-use community venue, hosting exhibits, meetings, performances, workshops, classes, private events, and public open houses. Offers on-request and event-based guided tours of the building and its historical features.
    • Provide historical education and public programming
      Offers educational presentations on the history of the Erie Railroad and its local significance, displays a collection of railroad memorabilia including a model train layout, telegraph equipment, and track motor cars, and unveiled a scale model of downtown Callicoon. These programs are part of public events and open houses.
  • Used Book and Media Sales for Fundraising 1 activity
    • Conduct regular used book sales to support depot restoration
      Hosts weekly used book sales from May through October and other recurring book sale events featuring over 800 used books, including specialized titles on railroading history. Proceeds support the restoration of the depot and development of the grounds as a public resource.
  • Neighborhood Civic Engagement 1 activity
    • Engage community through public meetings and outreach
      Holds periodic town hall meetings to share project updates and gather community input, and hosts monthly open houses to promote public access, volunteering, and awareness of the depot’s history and redevelopment plans.
  • Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
    • Host community markets and seasonal events
      Organizes a monthly community market on the second Saturday from May through November and other recurring market events featuring hand-made, vintage, and artisan goods from local vendors. These events often include live music, children’s activities, and used book sales, and are held at the depot site.
  • Public Space Beautification and Maintenance 1 activity
    • Improve and maintain depot grounds as public space
      Conducts site beautification and exterior improvements including landscaping, grading, native plantings, outdoor seating, tables, planters, safety railings, and stage enhancements. Maintains gardens and provides free Wi-Fi access to support public use of the depot grounds.
  • Historic Building Restoration and Preservation 1 activity
    • Rehabilitate and redevelop the historic Callicoon Depot into a community hub
      Leading the restoration and adaptive reuse of the historic 1896 Callicoon train depot, including structural stabilization, interior restoration, removal of non-historic partitions, and construction of new infrastructure such as a stage. The project aims to transform the site into a town square, community commons, and public resource, with full restoration planned to begin in 2025.
  • Uncategorized 1 activity
    • Fundraise for depot restoration and operations
      Raises funds through the sale of prints of original artwork by local artist Jay Brooks and via a GoFundMe campaign to support the restoration of the depot and its development as a public community resource.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$7K
Contributions & grants$3K41%
Program service revenue——
Investment income——
Other revenue$4K
expenses
Total expenses$7K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$3K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$3K
1 years on record · 2023–2023
relationships · 18

Who they work with

  • 1896 Depot Government — Historic building operated and maintained by Callicoon Depot Inc. for public tours and events.
  • Anne and Michael Baglione Partner — Guest artists providing musical performances at the Railroad Day event.
  • Bade Stageberg Cox Partner — Worked with CDI, CBA, and UDSB to prepare design and construction drawings for Phase 1 of the depot renovation.
  • Callicoon Business Association Partner — Collaborates on the development and programming of the Callicoon depot site and operates under a Memorandum of Understanding.
  • Callicoon Business Association Partner — Collaborates with CDI on the redevelopment of the Callicoon train depot into a community and visitor center.
  • Callicoon Business Association Partner — Partner in securing grant funding and implementing redevelopment plans for the Callicoon Depot.
  • Callicoon Business Association Inc. Partner — Co-manages the Depot Market and shares liability with CDI for event participation.
  • Central New York Railroad Government — Approved architectural plans for the depot renovation in December 2025.
  • Central New York Railroad Corporation Government — Leases the depot property to the Callicoon Business Association for a nominal fee to support redevelopment efforts.
  • Dormitory Authority State of New York Government — Submitted cost estimate report to DASNY, whose acceptance will release grant funding for the depot renovation.
  • GoFundMe Partner — Uses GoFundMe as a platform to receive donations.
  • Jay Brooks Partner — Local artist and guest performer collaborating on Railroad Day with musical performances and creation of a scale model of downtown Callicoon.
  • Randy Bushart Partner — Depot historian providing educational presentations and curating a historical exhibit for Railroad Day.
  • State Office of Historic Preservation Government — Submitted architectural plans for approval; plans were approved in December 2025.
  • Town of Delaware Government — Approved architectural plans for the depot renovation.
  • Upper Delaware Scenic Byway Partner — Works in partnership with CDI on the Callicoon train Depot/Visitor’s Center Project and is party to a Memorandum of Understanding.
  • Upper Delaware Scenic Byway Association Partner — Collaborates on grant funding and project implementation for the visitor center development at the Callicoon Depot.
  • Upper Delaware Scenic Byway Association Partner — Partners with CDI to establish a Town Square, Community Center, and Visitor Center at the historic Callicoon train depot.
strategies · 4

How they approach the work

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  • Adaptive Reuse for Heritage Preservation and Community Activation
    methodology: adaptive_reuse_heritage_preservation
    By repurposing historic train depots into multi-use community and visitor centers, the organization preserves local heritage and stimulates regional tourism, because adaptive reuse connects cultural identity with public engagement and economic development.
  • Community-Driven Redevelopment and Programming
    methodology: community-driven redevelopment
    By involving the community in both the redevelopment and ongoing programming of the depot, the organization ensures alignment with local needs and strengthens civic ownership, because inclusive planning and event-based engagement increase public investment and sustained use of the space.
  • Cultural and Heritage Education Through Public Engagement
    methodology: heritage_education
    By integrating educational exhibits, live music, and sing-alongs into public programming, the organization fosters deeper public connection to local railroad and river heritage, because experiential and cultural activities make historical preservation more accessible and emotionally resonant.
  • Grant and Event-Based Funding for Sustainable Preservation
    methodology: event-based_fundraising
    By combining grant funding with recurring public fundraising events, the organization secures sustainable resources for historic preservation and community space operations, because diversified revenue streams that include public participation enhance financial resilience and community buy-in.