The iconic Beaux-Arts style 16th Street Train Station and Signal Tower just cleared a crucial hurdle toward joining the National Register of Historic Places. On November 7, the State Historical Resources Commission unanimously endorsed the nomination, making it one of the first sites recognized under the new “African Americans in California” category for its pivotal role in the Great Migration and labor rights history. Once the National Park Service gives final approval (expected within 60 days), the station will be eligible for federal tax credits worth up to 20% of restoration costs – a huge boost for any future rehab. [Oakland Heritage Alliance]

City Ventures (the developer that acquired this property) plans to engage the community on rehab proposals in 2025, according to the Prescott Neighborhood Council.

📍16th Street Station, 1601 Wood Street, Oakland