The Historic Silver Spring B&O Railroad Station
Available for Rentals

Parties, Anniversaries, Performances
Choose a unique and memorable location for your next special event

The Silver Spring Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Station, located at 8100 Georgia Avenues, is available for rental for meetings or special occasions.

Owned and operated by Montgomery Preservation, the station features a 1,291 square-foot original waiting room which can accommodate up to 50 people. The original seating furniture (for 35-40 persons) can be arranged in theatre, conversation, dining, or open space configurations. The Rockville Model Railroad Society has installed their wonderful HO scale model train and we have created a children’s area. A covered platform area on the track side of the building is ideal for watching trains.

The station is handicapped accessible and has men's and women's handicapped accessible restrooms.

Parking is available around the building.

Renters may bring their own food or use a caterer. Two 6-foot tables are available to hold food or beverages. The vintage baggage cart on the station platform can also be used. You may bring in a DJ or provide your own music.

Rental Fees

Event Rental: $475.00 provides a 5-hour block of time. Choose any date or time. ($25.00 discount for individuals and non-profit organizations)

Children’s Birthday Special: $275.00 for children under 13, provides 4 hours on a weekend. Many rail toys are available.

Additional time for events may be added at the rate of $75.00 per hour.

All renters must submit a $200.00 damage deposit. This deposit is fully refundable if the building is left clean and undamaged.

For further information or to schedule a rental, contact the MPI Station Events Manager: John Sery rentals@montgomerypreservation.org

You may also download the station brochure here:

A Landmark of 20th Century Rail History

Montgomery Preservation, Inc., owner of the Silver Spring B&O Railroad Station, has returned to public use the Silver Spring station as a historic site that, by its architecture, furnishings and activities and services to the public, reflects the proud history of Silver Spring and Montgomery County.

The station is a unique venue where passing trains remind one of its historic use and set the stage for railroad-theme events. With the restoration of the station to its 1945 opening day appearance, visitors will enjoy the improved look of this transportation landmark. New amenities include a handicapped-accessible entrance and restroom, air-conditioning, the restored 1945 passenger waiting room furniture, bicycle rack and historical exhibits.

The baggage room and agent/operator's office are leased to Class Acts Arts, a nonprofit arts outreach organization.

The station - one of only two 20th century B&O stations extant in Maryland - represents the evolution of Silver Spring from a small country town centered around the railroad depot to a major transportation, retail and residential suburb. Located just seven miles from the U.S. Capitol, the station served the commuter and long-distance needs of suburban residents for over 50 years, and the station site represents more than 120 years of continuous passenger rail service by the B&O, Amtrak and MARC rail lines.