Gatesville,TX

Chamber 

of 

Commerce

Growing Business. Building Community.

2307 TX-36 BUS

Gatesville, TX 76528

254-865-2617 

History of The Cotton Belt Depot and Chamber of Commerce

In 1883, announcement was made of the completion of the Cotton Belt Route from Cairo, Illinois to Gatesville, Texas--"End of the Line" By 1910, When the present depot was built, the route had been extended from Gatesville, Texas to St. Louis , Missouri. 

In its earlier days, the depot was the hub of commerce for Gatesville and Coryell County as part of the railroad's Cotton Belt Route. By 1972,  however,   the fading need for a railroad resulted in the closing of the depot. 

Ten years later, interested residents and businesses became involved in a town project to restore the building and to make it the offices for the Gatesville Chamber of Commerce. By the time the depot restoration was completed in December, 1983, approximately 500 individuals and many businesses had contributed time, money or materials.

The restoration of this classic depot has been rewarding to the entire community and to many others who have personal memories of its early years in the town's history. 

It is our desire that this buckle, as well as the restored structure, "Will serve,...as a reminder of our link to the past." 

                                                 -Donald & Jo Cox 1986

More history of the Cotton Belt R.R Depot can be found under the history tab. 

Business of the Month

September 2024 Member of the Month!

Holiday Inn Express

"I really enjoy this hotel. The staff has always been accommodating and friendly. This is definitely my preferred hotel in Gatesville. Their complimentary breakfast is fantastic and the rooms are always kept very nice."

"My second stay here. Rooms was clean and quiet. The hot breakfast was a great way to start my day. Staff was friendly and professional." 

Want to nominate a business for member of the month?

https://www.gatesvillechamber.com/business-of-the-month


Growing Business. Building Community. 



Grand Openings

New Chamber Members

June Ribbon Cuttings

Grand Opening | 409 N Hwy 36, suite #4 

  Market Days

Market Days are held March- November on the 2nd Saturday of each month. If you are a vendor interested in participating in market days, you can sign up here or come by in person.

Annual Vendor fee is $225 or you may pay monthly. Discounted spaces for special events.