CB&Q Freight House

CB&Q Freight House CB&Q Freight House is located in Chariton, IA. This venue, which accommodates up to 200 people, is perfect for weddings, special events, and more!
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In 2004 the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Freight House, at the jct. of Auburn and Brookdale was listed on the National Register of Historic places. Completed and first occupied in 1904, the Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Freight House calls attention to the “Golden Age of Railroading” in Iowa and its effects on the commercial growth of Chariton as a southern Iowa wholesale and distribution center.

The Freight House possesses an interior space of over 3,700 square feet, and reflects Chariton’s importance as a division point for the CB&Q and the city’s emerging role as a distribution center.We have the Lucas County Arts Council to thank for stepping in when no other organization would to save the then-endangered Freight House and marshaling the resources needed to restore it and return it to active life. Under Arts Council ownership, it serves primarily as a public venue for events ranging from meetings and reunions to weddings and receptions.

The Freight House exterior is looking great thanks to
10/05/2024

The Freight House exterior is looking great thanks to

Hey All 👋🏼 We’re sorry to share that we’ve made the decision to cancel our football squares fundraiser for the Iowa vs I...
09/04/2024

Hey All 👋🏼 We’re sorry to share that we’ve made the decision to cancel our football squares fundraiser for the Iowa vs Iowa State game. Due to low participation we aren’t able to move forward. We sincerely appreciate the support from those who reached out about getting a square. Everyone has been contacted that had reached out and we will be refunding those who had paid.

We’ll be thinking of other fundraiser ideas in the future to continue to support the exterior project!

Thank you for your understanding and ongoing support.

Are you ready for some football!? 🏈 Support the Freight House with our Football Squares Fundraiser for the Iowa vs. Iowa...
08/23/2024

Are you ready for some football!? 🏈

Support the Freight House with our Football Squares Fundraiser for the Iowa vs. Iowa State game. Here’s how it works:

1. Buy a Square: Purchase a square for just $10. Each square position will be randomly selected for you.
2. Win Big: If your square matches the score at the end of a quarter, you win! Money will be awarded for the first, second, third, and final scores. If we are able to sell all 100 squares, the payout per quarter will be $100. If we do not sell all 100 squares, payout will be adjusted based on participation.
3. Help Our Cause: The money the Freight House raises will go to support our exterior project.

How to Enter:
• Message CB&Q Freight House on Facebook or Instagram to buy your square(s).
• Payments can be made via cash, check, Venmo {}

Deadline: All squares must be purchased by Friday September 6th at 12:00PM. The game board will be shared with participants before the big game.

Thank You for Your Support!

A big thank you to Jason & our friends at Clarke Electric! This $2,500 grant from Clarke Electric Cooperative, Inc. brin...
08/15/2024

A big thank you to Jason & our friends at Clarke Electric! This $2,500 grant from Clarke Electric Cooperative, Inc. brings us one step closer to completing our exterior project.

Construction has begun! The 120 year old truss are carefully being replaced. 🙌🏻 Today is the final day to order the Noth...
05/31/2024

Construction has begun! The 120 year old truss are carefully being replaced. 🙌🏻

Today is the final day to order the Nothing Bundt Cake bundtlets. Proceeds from the fundraiser will help us complete this exterior project. Send us a message to get your orders by the end of the day. 🍰

CB&Q Freight House is partnering with Nothing Bundt Cakes to do a fundraiser selling individual bundlet cakes just in ti...
05/25/2024

CB&Q Freight House is partnering with Nothing Bundt Cakes to do a fundraiser selling individual bundlet cakes just in time for Father’s Day.

Each individual bundlet cake is $6 and available flavors include: Chocolate Chocolate Chip, Confetti, Red Velvet, Lemon, White Chocolate Raspberry & Gluten Free - Chocolate Chip Cookie.

We’ll be taking orders from now until May 31st. To place an order, send a message to CB&Q Freight House on Facebook or Instagram and Venmo the amount owed to . No Venmo? No problem! We’ll work out an alternative payment option for you. Pickup will be at the Freight House on June 14th from 4:00-6:00PM.

The money from the fundraiser will go to the exterior improvement project. With only $5000 remaining to raise, we would really love your support!

Any questions? Just ask, we’re happy to help!

CB&Q Freight House is partnering with Nothing Bundt Cakes to do a fundraiser selling individual bundlet cakes just in ti...
05/18/2024

CB&Q Freight House is partnering with Nothing Bundt Cakes to do a fundraiser selling individual bundlet cakes just in time for Father’s Day.

Each individual bundlet cake is $6 and available flavors include: Chocolate Chocolate Chip, Confetti, Red Velvet, Lemon, White Chocolate Raspberry & Gluten Free - Chocolate Chip Cookie.

We’ll be taking orders from now until May 31st. To place an order, send a message to CB&Q Freight House on Facebook or Instagram and Venmo the amount owed to . Pickup will be at the Freight House on June 14th from 4:00-6:00PM.

The money from the fundraiser will go to the exterior improvement project. With only $5000 remaining to raise, we would really love your support!

Any questions? Just ask, we’re happy to help!

In your Graduation Era? 🎓Look no further! CB&Q Freight House is perfect to celebrate this milestone with your friends & ...
03/21/2024

In your Graduation Era? 🎓

Look no further! CB&Q Freight House is perfect to celebrate this milestone with your friends & family.

Dates are still available for 2024 graduation parties. Check out our availability using the link below.

https://www.lucascountypreserve.com/cb-q-freight-house

Dinner TONIGHT! Support Cater 2 U 2 & our exterior improvement project all while having a created meal. 4-6:30 p.m. driv...
02/07/2024

Dinner TONIGHT! Support Cater 2 U 2 & our exterior improvement project all while having a created meal. 4-6:30 p.m. drive thru at Carpenter’s Hall.

Dinner tomorrow night is helping out the Freighthouse! We have meatloaf, oven roasted potatoes, green beans, rolls and butter, and a side. Drive through from 4-6:30.

02/06/2024

Dinner tomorrow night is helping out the Freighthouse! We have meatloaf, oven roasted potatoes, green beans, rolls and butter, and a side. Drive through from 4-6:30.

Fundraiser tomorrow!! All proceeds will go to the exterior improvement project at the Freight House. Cater 2 U 2 is an e...
02/05/2024

Fundraiser tomorrow!! All proceeds will go to the exterior improvement project at the Freight House.

Cater 2 U 2 is an excellent meal for your Wednesday evening.

Check out our February fundraising drive through meals!

See you February 7th!  Help us improve the Freight House.
01/27/2024

See you February 7th! Help us improve the Freight House.

Check out our February fundraising drive through meals!

01/16/2024

It is fun and encouraging to see our community and our building from someone else’s view!!

Check out this gorgeous family Thanksgiving at the Freight House this weekend! Looking for a larger space for your famil...
11/30/2023

Check out this gorgeous family Thanksgiving at the Freight House this weekend!

Looking for a larger space for your family gathering this Christmas season? Consider renting the Freight House! Reach out to us via messenger, email, or via our website contact form.

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1115 Auburn Avenue
Chariton, IA
50049

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