The Central Railroad, later named the Michigan Central Railroad or MCRR, came through Grass Lake in 1842. When the stone depot was built in 1887, the original wooden station was torn down. Located at 210 E. Michigan Ave., the railroad station closed in 1956. Only the stone walls remained after an arsonist set fire to the Grass Lake Depot in 1980. Restoration took place from 1989 to 1992. Today, the historic Whistle Stop Depot offers displays of local interest and hosts many events throughout the year.