Secrets of Union Depot
Union Depot was the dream of railroad baron James J. Hill and a major construction project in Saint Paul's history. Hear how railroads literally shaped the city and the fiery past that led to the depot’s creation. Includes visits to some areas not open to the public. This tour will happen rain or shine.
Tour Activity Rating: 3 (Extensive walking, stairs, and standing)
Tour begins at the Saint Paul's Union Depot, 214 4th Street East (inside the front entrance )
CynCity Tours - Cynthia Schreiner Smith
Instructor
Cynthia Schreiner Smith is an actor/writer/filmmaker who has been conducting tours in St. Paul since 1998. In 2020 she formed her own tour company, CynCity Tours doing walking Gangsterland tours, haunted Summit Ave tours, history and haunted tours of Union Depot and much more. In 2011, she and husband Bick Smith co-produced the short documentary-style movie “Gangsterland” about the gangster history of Minnesota. She recently co-authored the book “Alvin Karpis and the Barker Gang in Minnesota” which was released in 2020.
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Instructors:
- CynCity Tours - Cynthia Schreiner Smith
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Thu, Nov 5th 2026 | 5:30 - 7:30 PM | Saint Paul Union Depot |