Reading Railroad Heritage Museum - Reading Company Technical Historical Society - 500 S 3rd St, Ham

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Web Name: Reading Railroad Heritage Museum - Reading Company Technical Historical Society - 500 S 3rd St, Ham

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The Reading Railroad Heritage Museum will be closed until it is considered safe to re-open.500 S. Third Street, Hamburg, PA 19526610-562-5513 The Reading Railroad Heritage Museum, located in Hamburg, PA, is owned and operated by the Reading Company Technical & Historical Society, a non-profit corporation dedicated to preserving the history and heritage of the Reading Railroad. Open to the public since 2008, the Museum tells the story of the Reading Railroad, one of the world's largest corporations, made even more famous by the game of MONOPOLY. Currently in the initial stages of development, the Museum features vintage railroad cars and locomotives, photographs, documents and artifacts from the Reading Railroad. 500 S. Third Street, Hamburg, PA 19526 The Reading Railroad Heritage Museum will be closed until it is considered safe to re-open. RCT HS members FREE.Groups of 10 or more $5 each- must be arranged at least two weeks in advance. This exhibit has been extended through October, 2021 Do you have great memories of the 5513? Then here is your chance to see it shine again.� Brian's Model Trains is donating all proceeds of the a Peter Lerro print that he has commissioned will be used for that purpose. Use the attached order form to pre-order your copy for mid-August delivery. GP-30 Order FormRCT HS Year 2021 Railroad Calendar The RCT HS Year 2021 railroad calendar is now available featuring the photos of Neil Shankweiler. Born and raised in Doylestown, PA,Neil observed the operations of the Reading. After high school Neil traveled on the Reading to his classes at the Philadelphia College ofPharmacy in Philadelphia where he received his degree in 1962. He worked as a chemist for the FDA. Fascinated with trains and with thestate of Colorado he moved to Aspen and later to Arvada near Denver. His rail photography took him all over the western states, often inthe company of Dave Augsburger. He and Dave also traveled to Europe in pursuit of trains. Neil passed away in May of 2018 andgraciously donated photographs and artifacts from his extensive Reading Company collection to the RCT HS.. CLICK HERE TO ORDER. Please Support the Track Fund! Due to emerging economic realities, it has become imperative that we move the overwhelming majority of our rolling stock collection onto Museum property as quickly as possible. Presently we have four display tracks on the property (click here for an update on recent track construction at the Museum), and making preparations to lay more. While we are fortunate to have the expertise within the organization to build the necessary trackage, we urgently need funds to purchase the needed materials. PLEASE consider a tax-deductible donation to the Track Fund. We realize these are difficult economic times for many people; however, the need in this instance is truly urgent. If you care to contribute, you can mail your donation to: Reading Railroad Heritage Museum/RCT HS Attn: Museum Track Fund PO Box 15143 Reading, PA 19612-5143 As an alternative, you can click on the button at right to make an online donation via our PayPal service. All donors will receive a written letter of thanks and acknowledgement of the donation for tax purposes. Your generosity is MUCH APPRECIATED in this time of critical need for the Reading Railroad Heritage Museum! Our community: Make the cozy town of Hamburg, PA your next destination. When you stroll our streets, the warmth and traditional feel of Hamburg will fill you with nostalgia and make you homesick for a bygone era of yesteryear. 200 years of history, scenic vistas, abundant recreational opportunities, and a vibrant town center make Hamburg a great place to bring the whole family. Safe, friendly, and full of value. www.hamburgpa.org! Our Rich Historical Heritage - Berks Heritage Council The Reading Railroad Heritage Museum and Reading Company Technical Historical Society are proud members of the Berks Heritage Council, an organization of more than two dozen Museums, Historical Organizations and Heritage Sites in the county. The Council's mission is to promote awareness of Berks County's rich historical heritage. The various historical attractions around the County are some of the area's "hidden treasures," click here to download a brochure with more information about the Council and its members, or you can visit the Museum Council's website! Pennsylvania's Hidden River - The Schuylkill River Heritage Area The Reading Railroad's early development centered around the Schuylkill River - the Main Line followed the course of the River itself, and its principal reason for existence in the earliest days was to transport coal from the mines to the river and canal for transport by water. Thus, the Reading Railroad Heritage Museum and the Reading Company Technical Historical Society are proud to support the Schuylkill River National and State Heritage Area. Covering the entire course of the Schuylkill River from the coal regions to Philadelphia, the Heritage Area sponsors a variety of recreational and cultural activities to help celebrate and preserve the history of one of Pennsylvania's great natural resources. Visit their website today!

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