CHATHAM RAILROAD MUSEUM

CHATHAM, IL

Take What You Can Advanced notices are wonderful things, and with well over half a days notice, I was aware of NS 148s unique leader. UP 6379, ex-SP 333, is one of a handful of Southern Pacific painted units in UP patchs. Of only five remaining AC44s still in the famed Bloody Nose speed lettering paint, we just so happened to have one coming our way. One problem: it was not a fast mover. It became quickly apparent as updates on the trains progress overnight and through mid-morning that 148 would definitely not be getting east of Decatur in sunlight, so once I was able to, I went out to meet it. The day started totally cloudy, good for an eastbound in the latter half of the day, but clouds began to break up and holes of sun came through, threatening backlit photos. Some storm action appeared here and there though, and one managed to handle the light as 148 came into view. I'm glad I left when I did, as it took no more than ten minutes after arriving at Dawson for him to show up. Questionable lighting and skies aside, it was a delight to finally capture my first SP bloody nose. If my numbers are right, only 10 SPs of any kind exist, 15 if you include the few SSW units too. I was just happy to see the thing at all. And hey, we even got ourselves a nice elevator to boot. Can't complain that much, can I? First time ever shooting out here, funnily enough. I should come out west of Decatur more...
Take What You Can Credit: Leo Blackwelder

The Chatham Railroad Museum in Chatham, Illinois is a non-profit, educational organization dedicated to preserving and interpreting the history of railroading in the region. The museum is housed in the historic Chatham Railroad Depot, which was built in 1854 and is the oldest surviving railroad station in the state of Illinois. The museum's collection includes artifacts from the various railroad lines that served Chatham and the surrounding area, including the Chicago & Alton, Baltimore & Ohio, and Wabash & Erie.

The museum features several different exhibits, including a locomotive simulator, a model railroad, and a train shop. Visitors can also take a narrated tour of the depot, featuring interactive exhibits and hands-on activities. The museum also hosts educational programs and special events throughout the year, such as a Railroad Days Festival and a Halloween Train Ride.

The Chatham Railroad Museum is open year round, and admission is free. The museum is run entirely by volunteers and is supported by donations, memberships, and the purchase of souvenirs and gifts. The museum is an excellent source of information and a great place to learn about the history of railroading in the region.

CHATHAM RAILROAD MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in CHATHAM IL. US MID #8401700230

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

Take What You Can Advanced notices are wonderful things, and with well over half a days notice, I was aware of NS 148s unique leader. UP 6379, ex-SP 333, is one of a handful of Southern Pacific painted units in UP patchs. Of only five remaining AC44s still in the famed Bloody Nose speed lettering paint, we just so happened to have one coming our way. One problem: it was not a fast mover. It became quickly apparent as updates on the trains progress overnight and through mid-morning that 148 would definitely not be getting east of Decatur in sunlight, so once I was able to, I went out to meet it. The day started totally cloudy, good for an eastbound in the latter half of the day, but clouds began to break up and holes of sun came through, threatening backlit photos. Some storm action appeared here and there though, and one managed to handle the light as 148 came into view. I'm glad I left when I did, as it took no more than ten minutes after arriving at Dawson for him to show up. Questionable lighting and skies aside, it was a delight to finally capture my first SP bloody nose. If my numbers are right, only 10 SPs of any kind exist, 15 if you include the few SSW units too. I was just happy to see the thing at all. And hey, we even got ourselves a nice elevator to boot. Can't complain that much, can I? First time ever shooting out here, funnily enough. I should come out west of Decatur more...
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CHATHAM RAILROAD MUSEUM
100 N STATE ST
CHATHAM
IL
62629

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MID # 8401700230
Name CHATHAM RAILROAD MUSEUM
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Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Midwest
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LAT/LONG 39.676733, -89.695087
CODES FIPS State Code: 17
FIPS County Code: 167
US Census Tract: 003202
US Census Block: 2017