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# How did the women's restroom at Austin's Donn's Depot become so 'iconic'?

In some ways, the toilets in the bathroom are an afterthought. The space is really just a hangout spot.

Section: [Around Town](/austin/section/life.md) · Entities: none

## Coverage

- [KUT News (NPR)](https://www.kut.org/austin/2026-11-05/austin-tx-donns-depot-womens-restroom-train-caboose-atxplained), 2026-11-05 05:04 CST: How did the women's restroom at Austin's Donn's Depot become so 'iconic'?

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