Chicago & North Western Historical Society archives bound for IRM
The archives of the Chicago & North Western Historical Society are bound for the Illinois Railway Museum in Union, Ill. The archives will be located at a new building, to be formally known as the C&NWHS Archives Research Center, to be located on the museum’s main street, a collection of new and historic buildings forming a replica 1950s street scene. “The goals between both organizations are the same, the preservation of railroad history,” historical society president Tim Coyle said in a press release. “Our locating at IRM is a natural fit. There are synergies provided by both groups that will allow each to enhance the railroad experience and increase educational and preservation activities.” No date has been set for completion of the archives building.
East Troy Electric Railroad to launch 2021 season on April 24
The East Troy Electric Railroad, the operating portion of the East Troy (Wis.) Railroad Museum, will launch its 2021 regular season on Saturday, April 24. Through early November, trains will operate hourly on Saturdays beginning at 10 a.m., with the final departure at 3 p.m. On Sunday’s trains operate at 10 a.m., noon, and 2 p.m. Capacity limits remain in place and masks are required. Also, while trains continue to operate to the famed Elegant Farmer market and deli in Mukwonago, Wis., passengers must board at the East Troy station. For more information, visit the museum website.
C&O Historical Society raising funds for mural at Heritage Center
The Chesapeake & Ohio Historical Society has begun fundraising for a mural to be painted at the C&O Heritage Center in Clifton Forge, Va. Local artist William Jennings will paint the mural, which will feature a C&O H-8 Alleghany locomotive pulling a train, on the Heritage Center’s retaining wall. The completed mural will be approximately 200 feet long and cover 2400 square feet. Those interested in contributing may contact the society at 540-862-2210 or at cohs@cohs.org or via the society’s Facebook Page.
