Springfield, MA
Springfield, MA –United States Congressman Richard E. Neal joined Springfield Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, city officials, and members of the Springfield Redevelopment Authority on Monday to unveil two new benches at Springfield Union Station.
The two benches, which measure 15-1/2 feet long by 5 feet wide, are on long-term loan from Grand Central Terminal in New York City and underwent a $25,000 restoration by John Carlo Woodworking in Westfield.
“After taking a fact-finding mission with city officials to Grand Central Terminal, I was thrilled that we were able to come up with a way to get these in our newly restored transportation hub,” said Congressman Neal. “These benches are part of the beginning and the rebirth of our Union Station here in Springfield.”
Mayor Sarno said, “We are grateful to Congressman Neal for his efforts in acquiring these benches from New York City’s Grand Central Station. I believe it is important to preserve the history of our Union Station and these benches illustrate the thousands of stories and memories our residents have for this historic station. Now new memories will be made as passengers wait to meet their loved ones or taking off for a new destination. The benches are one more aspect to the craftsmanship and level of detail that was part of the original Union Station.”
The new benches are now on display in the grand concourse at Springfield Union Station.
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