Historic Train Depot in Lansing is Due for a Makeover

A 113-year-old train depot on Michigan Avenue, just a few blocks from the state Capitol building, is coming back to life. Vacant since 2016, the Lansing property was the former location of Clara’s restaurant, and is being redeveloped by the Gillespie Group. A  national coffee retailer will occupy part of the depot, while the remaining 4,045 square feet may be repurposed as a restaurant, retail or office space. A new parking lot and drive thru will be added, along with a green space parklet. Construction is expected to begin in September and wrap up during summer 2022.