It was built by Gerat H. Hollenberg in 1858, to serve travelers on the Oregon and California Trails, and was used by the Pony Express when it was established in 1860.

The station consists of a 1+1⁄2-story rectangular Cottonwood frame building, with a gabled roof, wooden shingled exterior, and stone foundation.

When the Pony Express service was inaugurated, it was made a "home station" where riders switched mounts.

The Pony Express operated for only 18 months, ending service in October 1861.

Hollenberg traded with emigrants on the trails, operated the westernmost Pony Express station in Kansas, and provided relay services for the Overland Mail.