BUILDING ON HISTORY
Ogden is committed to not only keeping the station, but to returning it to its rightful place as a hub of community activity while keeping it as a place of living history. We are interested in hearing your ideas about what Union Station is and what it could be in the future.
ABOUT UNION STATION
Union Station is a historic landmark that reflects Ogden’s railroad roots and its ongoing downtown revival. Once a major rail hub, it now serves as a cultural center with museums and community spaces. Its historic charm and central location make it an important anchor for future growth while still honoring the city’s past.
Utah State Railroad Museum
Showcases historic locomotives and artifacts that highlight Ogden’s role in the golden age of rail.
Browning Firearms Museum
Features firearms and prototypes that celebrate the legacy of famed designer John Browning.
Browning–Kimball Classic Car Museum
Displays a curated collection of restored vintage cars from notable eras of American automotive history.
Gallery at Union Station
Hosts rotating art exhibits that showcase regional creativity and cultural expression.
EVENTS
Union Station Neighborhood “You MAKE Ogden” Open House
THE PROCESS
2020 / Public Participation Impact
The winter of 2019-2020 saw another round of engagement for the downtown master plan, with online surveys and a public workshop. The input from the public influenced the final plan, which was approved by City Council in 2020.
2022 / RFP Process Initiated
In 2022, the Union Station Campus Development Framework Plan was created using the Union Station Area Plan as a guide. The Framework Plan set the stage for the developer request for proposal (RFP), which is the formal process for seeking a developer or team of developers to lead a project.
2019 / City Planning Blueprint
A master plan is a document that guides long-term land planning and real estate development decisions for a city or town. In 2019, the city began the year-long process of updating the downtown master plan, Make Ogden. (Before that, the last plan was completed in 2007!)
2021 / Plan Adoption Milestone
The Union Station Area Plan was completed in 2021 as an update to UTA’s previous station area plan for the FrontRunner station and based on Make Ogden. The plan was adopted by UTA’s board, setting the stage for the Ogden/UTA partnership today.
2023 / Development Team Selected
The project was awarded to a development team made up of McWhinney , J. Fisher Companies , Mortenson , and Design Workshop . The team combines national and local experts in real estate development, urban design, and construction.
PHASE 1
Public Engagement
Community Conversation #1: June 15, 2023
Gathered feedback to shape a collective vision for the redevelopment of this key project, integrating its ongoing story into the fabric of Ogden’s thriving identity.
Community Conversation #2: September 20, 2023
Explored possibilities for 'a day in the life' in the Union Station Neighborhood—considering whether it could become a hub for art and culture, a destination for delicious cuisine, or a place where people envision living and working.
CONCEPT PLANNING
Community Conversation #3: November 15, 2023
Shared ideas showcasing the community’s vision for Union Station and highlighted how each concept aligned with the feedback received.
Community Conversation #4: February 29, 2024
Presented feedback we received from the last gathering. Your ideas have been the heartbeat of this project, and we were eager to show you how your input shaped our progress.
PHASE 2
Master Planning
Community Conversation #5: September 24, 2025
We will review the Union Station Neighborhood Concept and outline next steps for USN, including updated design concepts.
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IN THE NEWS
Broader Vision for Livability and Activation
State of the City Address Preview — Union Station as a Priority
Near-Term Enhancements Underway
As Long-Term Plans for Ogden Union Station Come Together, Smaller Projects Are Coming Soon
Continued Focus on Rail Integration and Transit Use
Union Station Neighborhood Concept Entering Important Planning Stage