Our beloved little “park train” is part of our series highlighting the Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation’s Places in Peril. In our case, it’s some of our equipment, not the museum. The Trust’s program encourages community and corporate investment, education, restoration, and historic preservation. We’ve plenty to preserve and seek your support.
Over the years, our volunteers built a 1/3-mile loop of the track after acquiring two 16″-gauge locomotives and matching passenger cars. Dating to 1957, the trains operated at the Birmingham Zoo for a time. By the time they arrived, we had picked the best of the worst and commenced a rebuilding program. Slow and steady, our skilled team lovingly restored the train sets. We’re close to having both in service.
Here’s the thing – it’s adored by kids (of all ages)! This is what can be accomplished through donations of time and treasure. You can touch it, ride it, marvel at the details, take a second ride, and if you’re so moved – join the operating crew.
We invite you to participate with us as we prepare the museum for generations to come. For information on how your gift or your company or foundation sponsorship can help, please write: execdirector at train-museum dot com
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