THE IRON HORSE HISTORICAL SOCIETY

PARSON, KS

5/6/77, ATSF GP38 3548 ATSF GP38s 3548, 3544 lead a local freight south at Cherryvale, KS towards Tulsa, OK. Back in the day this was the route of the ATSF Tulsan between Kansas City and Tulsa
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The Iron Horse Historical Society is a non-profit organization located in Parsons, Kansas. The society is dedicated to preserving the history of the railroad industry and its impact on the community. Founded in 1986, the society has grown to become one of the largest railroad museums in the state.

The museum houses a wide range of exhibits, including vintage locomotives, passenger cars, cabooses, and other artifacts from the railroad industry. Visitors can also explore a replica of a 1920s-era train station, complete with ticket office, waiting room, and baggage area. The society also operates a railroad excursion train, offering visitors the opportunity to ride in vintage rail cars and experience the thrill of traveling on a historic train.

In addition to its museum and excursion train, the Iron Horse Historical Society is active in the community, hosting a variety of events throughout the year. These include train shows, model railroad exhibits, and educational programs for local schools. The society also offers memberships to those interested in supporting its mission and participating in its activities.

Overall, the Iron Horse Historical Society is a valuable resource for those interested in the history of the railroad industry and its impact on the community of Parsons, Kansas. Through its museum, excursion train, and community events, the society is dedicated to preserving this important part of American history for future generations.

THE IRON HORSE HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in PARSON KS. US MID #8402000353

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mount Plains (Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming).

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THE IRON HORSE HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 8
PARSON
KS
67357

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MID # 8402000353
Name THE IRON HORSE HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 481019154
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Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 37.336451, -95.270673
CODES FIPS State Code: 20
FIPS County Code: 099
US Census Tract: 950200
US Census Block: 1058