Apr 08, 2020 the california state railroad museum csrm in old sacramento is the worldclass tribute to the role of the iron horse in connecting california to the rest of the nation. The foundation raises and manages funds to assist state parks in fulfilling railtown 1897s mission of education and preservation. Renew membership as an official cooperating organization with state parks, the nonprofit california state railroad museum foundation is dedicated to enhancing the educational and interpretive programs of the california state railroad museum and railtown 1897 state historic park. The bishop museum and historical society was formed in 1964 to foster and cultivate the development of an educational and scientific museum and historical society on the grounds of the southern pacific railroad site donated to inyo county, we are a nonprofit 501 c 3 corporation. Aligning the railroad museum with the smithsonian institution will help us further our mission of. Anyone can volunteer at the association as long as they hold a valid museum membership. General information california state railroad museum. Golden gate railroad museum hunters point san francisco, california 94124 415 8228728 the golden gate railroad museum ggrm is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the preservation of steam and passenger railroad equipment, and the interpretation of local railroad history. Mail print this form and mail it to the csrmf membership dept. Join themuseum with a membership thats right for you.
Join or renew your membership at the museums front desk. Locomotives of cn, cpr, via, plus regionals and industrials. Museums california historic route 66 association helping. The south bay historical railroad society sbhrs was incorporated in 1985 to preserve the local area railroad heritage while running a working museum to benefit the community.
Management philosophy of the wp western pacific railroad. If you would like to become a volunteer docent at the millbrae train museum or would like to make a monetary contribution to help fulfill the dream of creating a millbrae rail excursion line, please call the museum staff at 650 33316. California state railroad museum point of interest. Explorer systems museum membership software will help you make the most of your membership activities. Join us for the 16th annual museum day on saturday, april 4, 2020. This is the grant of a license, not a transfer of title, and under this license you may not. Located in old sacramento, the california state railroad museum is regarded as north americas railroad museum. The museum features 21 restored locomotives and railroad cars, some dating. It was clear to the founders of the museum that a thoughtfully assembled collection of published, manuscript, and.
California state railroad museum museum day smithsonian. During the summer months, the canadian railway museum is open daily. Desktop software for all your museum management needs. The twin city model railroad museum is an all volunteer organization. Pages in category railroad museums in california the following 36 pages are in this category, out of 36 total. We use wild apricot to manage membership information at the florida railroad museum. He has been a member scrpa since 2010 and currently heads up the docent training program for the fullerton train museum. Free excursion train rides on the sacramento southern railroad aprilseptember. The folsom railroad museum is back home and open to the public.
It has 21 restored locomotives documenting how railroads have shaped us history. The library has been an integral component of csrm since the projects inception. Members enjoy free general admission, access to themuseums world class exhibitions, discounts to most events, merchandise and programs let us awe, inspire and enlighten you again and again and again. Paul hammond executive director colorado railroad museum. Northwest railway museum membership helps fulfill the museums mission by supporting continued operation of important programs including school train and the research library and it also extends some exciting and valuable benefits to you. Northwest railway museum membership helps fulfill the museum s mission by supporting continued operation of important programs including school train and the research library and it also extends some exciting and valuable benefits to you. Executive director paul hammond notes, the colorado railroad museum enjoys a diverse and dedicated membership, and one of our goals is to offer benefits encouraging more frequent visits to the museum. The western america railroad museum collects, preserves and shares the history of railroading in the pacific southwest for all who love railroads and railroading.
Our museum features 21 lavishly restored locomotives and cars, some dating back to 1862. General information home to 225,000 squarefeet of exhibits and beautifully restored railroad cars and locomotives which illustrate railroad history in california and the west. Participating members are the steam behind the museum. Inside the museum, railroad enthusiasts of all ages explore 225,000 square feet of exhibits that include pullmanstyle sleeping cars and 21 restored locomotives. This would allow for operation of live rail excursions for visitors to enjoy. The club welcomes your visit which is free but we do welcome donations.
Aligning the railroad museum with the smithsonian institution will help us further our mission of connecting people to californias railroad heritage. Membership is an extremely important source of revenue for your museum. Responsible for overall management and operation of this nonprofit aamaccredited museum, the toprated trip advisor attraction in riverside. Free coach class seating and discounted first class seating on the mile one express train ride. California state railroad museum foundation does not, however, make any commitment to update the materials. Responsible for overall management and operation of this nonprofit aam accredited museum, the toprated trip advisor attraction in riverside.
This park is temporarily closed to vehicular access. Memberships will be processed as soon as it is safe for staff to return to our. James hoffman director james hoffman has been a member of numerous railroad museums in southern california since 1965, holding leadership positions in many of them. Membership to the california fire museum is open to anyone who wishes to join. Please select your category and complete the form below to purchase a new membership. The pacific southwest railway museum association is maintained and operated by a 100% volunteer staff. On may 2, 1981, the california state railroad museum opened to the public, as did the museum library. We need your support join today to help us produce exhibits and programs inspiring visitors to make a mark on history. We make purchasing, renewing, or upgrading memberships a quick and easy process for both the member and your staff. Free admission to the california state railroad museum.
Railroad days returns to fullerton, giving rail fans young and old the opportunity to. Permission is granted to temporarily download one copy of the materials information or software on california state railroad museum foundations web site for personal, noncommercial transitory viewing only. As an official cooperating organization with state parks, the nonprofit california state railroad museum foundation is dedicated to enhancing the educational and interpretive programs of the california state railroad museum and railtown 1897 state historic park. Railtown 1897 state historic park is operated by california state parks, and receives substantial support from the california state railroad museum foundation. As a participating member of the museum, you will have the opportunity to put smiles on the faces of thousands of kids each year both young and old. After a 3year absence, the 1914 pullman passenger car returned to historic folsom station november 9, 20 in southern pacific daylight colors. During the offseason, it is open for only part of the week, so check the website before you visit. Phone call the membership office, monday friday from 10am 5pm at 916 4455995.
Tasks such as staffing the museum store, booking tour groups and locomotive rentals, fundraising, event planning, recordkeeping, training, restoration, track work, etc. Sbhrs members can login to access sbhrs information, events and. First opened to the public in 1976 and with over 225,000 square feet of exhibit space, the california state railroad museum is one of the best in all of california. All national railroad museum members enjoy exclusive benefits in addition to the benefits depending on membership level. Weve compiled these places that might interest you as they also include historical and nostalgic significance some related to route 66 and some that are simply along or near route 66. Allow 23 weeks to receive your membership packet in. The impressive threelevel building houses 21 vintage locomotives and railcars along with temporary interactive exhibits, toy trains and a 20minute film presentation documenting the history of american railroading. This list may not reflect recent changes learn more. The california state railroad museum is a museum in the state park system of california, united states, interpreting the role of the iron horse in connecting california to the rest of the nation. The western pacific railroad museum is located less than an hours drive from downtown reno and lake tahoe in portola, california. Aug 15, 2019 railroads in native america is a threeday symposium bringing together scholars, artists, musicians, tribal members and representatives from tribal governments, in partnership with the national park service, the union pacific railroad museum, and the university of nebraska at omaha.
This site uses cookies and other tracking technologies to make possible your usage of the website, assist with navigation and your ability to provide feedback, analyze your use of our products and services, assist with our promotional and marketing efforts, and provide better user experience. The canadian railway museum lies outside of the montreal city center in the suburb of saintconstant, a twentyminute drive from the city. Railroads in native america is a threeday symposium bringing together scholars, artists, musicians, tribal members and representatives from tribal governments, in partnership with the national park service, the union pacific railroad museum, and the university of nebraska at omaha. By becoming a member now or, renewing your existing membership, you are supporting us during a time of financial strain and helping to put us in the best position to reopen the railroad museum of pennsylvania when the covid19 crisis passes. Your membership helps fund the museum, exhibits and its construction. The museum is set in the historic santa clara depot of which its various structural parts were built between 1863 and 1877. Membership membership to the california fire museum click here to renew. Day out with thomas and polar express events are excluded.
Located on california highway 70 at the top of the scenic feather river canyon, regardless of where youre coming from, the drive to portola is always a scenic one, worth every bit of the trip itself. Sign in colorado railroad museum depot general store. We are proud that the railroad museum is now an official smithsonian affiliate, said ty smith, museum director for the california state railroad museum. The california state railroad museum csrm in old sacramento is the worldclass tribute to the role of the iron horse in connecting california to the rest of the nation. Thank you for joining or renewing your membership with the friends of the railroad museum of pennsylvania. Located in old town sacramento, the california state railroad museum sends visitors on a quaint, scenic train ride on antique cars along the riverfront. Participating membership twin city model railroad museum.
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