WHITE OAK CHAPTER NATIONAL RAILWAY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC

OAK HILL, WV

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The White Oak Chapter of the National Railway Historical Society Inc. is a non-profit organization located in Oak Hill, West Virginia, dedicated to the preservation and promotion of railway history. The chapter was founded in 1977 and has since become a valuable resource for railway enthusiasts, historians, and the local community.

The society operates out of a restored historic train depot, which serves as a museum and meeting space. The depot houses a collection of artifacts, photographs, and memorabilia related to railway history, including items from the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway, the New York Central Railroad, and the Norfolk and Western Railway.

In addition to preserving railway history, the White Oak Chapter also offers educational programs and events, including lectures, excursions, and model train displays. The chapter also maintains a library of books and materials related to railway history, which is available to members and visitors.

Membership in the White Oak Chapter is open to anyone with an interest in railway history. Members have access to exclusive events and discounts on merchandise, as well as the opportunity to participate in the chapter’s preservation efforts.

Overall, the White Oak Chapter of the National Railway Historical Society Inc. is a valuable resource for railway enthusiasts and historians, providing a glimpse into the rich history and legacy of the railway industry in West Virginia and beyond.

WHITE OAK CHAPTER NATIONAL RAILWAY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in OAK HILL WV. US MID #8405400207

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia).

New River's Sandstone Falls New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, West Virginia
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Floating through New River Gorge NP In the early morning light, as the New River water flows through West Virginia's New River Gorge National Park and Preserve, clouds float above it, also passing through the gorge.
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WHITE OAK CHAPTER NATIONAL RAILWAY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC
PO BOX 261
OAK HILL
WV
25901

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MID # 8405400207
Name WHITE OAK CHAPTER NATIONAL RAILWAY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC
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Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 550745861
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INCOME 0
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LAT/LONG 37.978883, -81.138917
CODES FIPS State Code: 54
FIPS County Code: 019
US Census Tract: 020202
US Census Block: 3054