The Illinois Central Railroad built the station in 1912. A freight station was built in Hammond in 1927 a few blocks south; however this station is no longer active except as a flea market and seafood restaurant.
The Illinois Central Railroad established the station in 1912. A freight station was built in Hammond in 1927, approximately a few blocks to the south; nevertheless, it is currently inactive save for functioning as a flea market and seafood restaurant.