Preserving Our Railroad History

Museums

Blackhawk 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.

Publications

In 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.

Community

Blackhawk is in the community, encouraging and promoting public awareness of railroads and the importance of our railroad history.​

Equipment

Blackhawk and individual members
are involved with projects
restoring individual pieces of
​historic railroad equipment.

Depots

Blackhawk has been involved with numerous communities throughout Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana,
assisting with their depot
​restoration projects. 

​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
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