Station guide · RMT

Rocky Mount by train

Art in a former industrial complex

The Imperial Centre is in downtown Rocky Mount. Allow a walk along downtown streets from the Helen P. Gay Historic Train Station.

Times to reach each place are planning allowances from the station, not measured routes. Check directions, opening hours and accessibility before you go.

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Places near Rocky Mount station

culture

Maria V. Howard Arts Center

Visit the changing visual-art exhibitions at the Imperial Centre.

22 min walking allowance each way1h 5m suggested visit

Tuesday–Saturday, 10 AM–5 PM. Sunday, 1–5 PM. Closed Monday. Check holiday and exhibition dates.

The art center is free to visit. The children’s museum and performances have separate admission.

Official place information Check walking directions

Source checked 2026-11-06. Times are planning allowances.

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