Preserving Our Railroad History
Chicago Railroad History MonthBlackhawk is leading the effort to celebrate to 175th anniversary of the railroad coming to Chicago in 2023 by creating a year-long celebration of public events and exhibitions that will commemorate that history and the future of railroading in Chicago.
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Publications and DocumentsIn addition to our own Spike & Tie and the items available in our Store,
Blackhawk works with authors, publishers and the local press, providing historic documents and photos from our archives. |
CommunityBlackhawk is in the community, encouraging and promoting public awareness of railroads and the importance of our railroad history.
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MuseumsBlackhawk works with local
historical societies and museums, sponsoring, creating and displaying railroad-themed exhibits, giving the public a historically accurate view of our railroad history. |
DepotsBlackhawk has been involved with numerous communities throughout Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana,
assisting with their depot restoration projects. |
EquipmentBlackhawk and individual members
are involved with projects restoring individual pieces of historic railroad equipment. |
In addition to these activities, Blackhawk members are also involved in:
- volunteering at railroad museums
- supporting pro-railroad groups
- promotion of the railfan hobby
- model railroading
- educating the public