Built in 1956 to replace an older station, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2018 as Santa Fe Depot.

The Santa Fe built stations of similar style at Arkansas City, Hutchinson, and Topeka.

[3] Amtrak took over intercity passenger rail service in the United States in May 1971.

The Texas Chief was renamed Lone Star in 1974 and discontinued in 1979, ending Chicago–Texas service via Lawrence.

A $1.8 million renovation in 2018 included a new roof, electric, and HVAC systems; accessibility improvements; and other work.