AMISH INTERPRETIVE CENTER

ARCOLA, IL

Second Choice Hayes old grain elevator makes for an interesting sight beside the CN 8952, the Grand Trunk heritage unit. This elevator hasn't been used in many decades, but still manages to stand proudly in the fields. It's a treat to still be able to shoot it.

Originally, our plan with 8952 and E271 was to shoot it at Pesotum, however thanks to its work in Champaign, long shadows were eclipsing our shot. Not ideal, so we bailed on that and decided to go for Hayes. I toyed with various angles at the elevator, but finding something I was happy with was a struggle, though I've got ideas for future shots here for sure. The tight frame may not be the best for this spot, but I decided to give it a go anyway. Good learning experience here anyways. — Second Choice Credit: Leo Blackwelder

The Amish Interpretive Center in Arcola, Illinois is a cultural center dedicated to preserving, interpreting and sharing the history and culture of the Amish people. Located in the heart of Amish country, the center offers a variety of educational and entertaining experiences for visitors. The center features a variety of exhibits highlighting the history, culture and lifestyles of the Amish community. Visitors can explore the center's interactive exhibits, watch traditional Amish activities like quilting and baking, and learn about traditional Amish customs and beliefs. The center also hosts a variety of special events throughout the year, including school programs, guided tours and concerts.

The Amish Interpretive Center is a great place to learn more about the Amish community. In addition to the interactive exhibits, visitors can also take part in traditional Amish activities such as quilting, baking and milking cows. Guests can also learn about traditional Amish crafts like basket making, weaving, and blacksmithing. The center also offers a variety of educational programs, including lectures and workshops.

The Amish Interpretive Center is a wonderful place to explore and discover the history and culture of the Amish people. With a variety of interactive exhibits, educational programs and events, visitors can learn more about one of America’s oldest and most unique cultures.

AMISH INTERPRETIVE CENTER is a Uncategorized or General Museum in ARCOLA IL. US MID #8401700249

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).

Real or Fake? In the span of one week, two fakebonnets lead the elusive roadrailers through central Illinois. I was on the other side of the world when the first one happened, but the day after landing back in America after a very nice week abroad with the wife and some great live music, I got the heads up we had a very special 256 headed our way. Suffice to say, even though I was severely jetlagged still, I was interested.

Just west of Sadorus, NS256 comes flying by, led by BNSF751. Though a little grimy and a bit faded, this fakebonnet still looks pretty sharp - not as sharp as a real warbonnet, but still pretty slick. I've also never shot either a fake nor warbonnet so this was a nice first - and to get it on roadrailers? A very handy thing. While I was overseas, the rumour of the imminent end of roadrailers once again sprouted, though this one suggested they would end literally days later, on Easter. Turns out it was a traffic lull for the holiday. Now others say it'll be the end in a few weeks from now, or a few months, or...

Who the hell knows. Fakebonnet leader is still cool though!

Always On The Move CN E271 came through the area recently with a surprise - CN 8952, the Grand Trunk heritage unit leading. Probably the nicest of the CN heritage units in all honesty. I got word of its imminent arrival, picked up a friend, and headed up to Rantoul to meet the thing just in the nick of time. Naturally, we wound up chasing the thing for a while, though it did spend a good while in Champaign. We had some shots lined up, but a fast moving train and lighting changing quick, our plans were changing a fair bit too. Looking back, we had some other opportunities we could have taken, but you work with what you've got in the moment.

Although we'd expected E271 to head straight through Mattoon, RTC had a different plan and wound up sticking him in the hole at Humboldt. We learned of this when we got to Humboldt and checked the signals out. Amtrak was coming north, so they were sticking him in the siding prematurely. We didn't have enough time to get back to Arcola for a shot, but midway along the Humboldt siding we just nabbed something quick. Golden hour was nearing, but so were long, low shadows that made us have to change plans yet again afterwards. You win some, you lose some, you learn some.

Something neat worth noting is the 5-pack of 48ft intermodal well-cars that headed up the train. 48 footers are becoming rarer and rarer, making this just a little more neat than it already was.

Terminating the Terminal NS 1072 leads the 256 Roadrailer through Sadorus. To my surprise, the thing had slowed right on down. I had been expecting to have to really put my foot down to stay ahead for another shot or two, but then it wasn't really necessary. Turns out 32N was stopped just ahead of it, and CN had revoked NS control of the Tolono diamond just minutes after giving it to them. They just kept lining CN trains through the diamond for ages and got 256 and 32N stuck for quite some time. Got a chance for some long distance glamour shots though, so that was fun. Wacky day out!

Marginal Improvements You know how they say 'if you got nothing nice to say, don't say it at all?' Well, yeah, that's pretty reasonable for pretty much any context. Anyway, I have a lot of negative things to say about CNs take on the Illinois Central heritage unit. But then don't we all? However, I will say one nice thing this time. I completely missed it until my buddy pointed it out the other day, but CN evidently removed the IPO25 sticker on the sides of the nose like a year ago. It certainly makes the unit look a little better than it did previously. Promise I won't complain about the... issues this time around.

We started our chase of the CN 3008 down in Tuscola. Starting at about South Tuscola, something is putting on a speed restriction of just 35mph between that end of the siding and CP Champaign. It's been like this for over a week, I dunno what's up with that. Anyway, it made chasing this fella down that much easier. Can't complain about that, hey?

CN3008 (IC Heritage) / CN3219 (CN100), CN M396 @ Tuscola, IL

Contact AMISH INTERPRETIVE CENTER

telephone: 2172683599
website: http://amishcenter.com

AMISH INTERPRETIVE CENTER
111 S LOCUST ST
ARCOLA
IL
61910

Disclaimer: please note this database is maintained by volunteers and whilst we endeavour to do our best, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the listing.

If you notice any errors or omissions in the listing, please let us know in the comments section below.

< BARRINGTON AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY CATHARINE V YOST MUSEUM & ARTS CENTER >

Find more ARCOLA IL Museums

What 3 Words

///stars.press.mint. Near Arcola, Illinois

Nearby Museums

ROCKOME LEARNING FOUNDATION INC ILLINOIS AMISH INFORMATION EXHIBITS INC AMISH INTERPRETIVE CENTER JOHNNY GRUELLE RAGGEDY ANN & ANDY MUSEUM

Map of AMISH INTERPRETIVE CENTER

AMISH INTERPRETIVE CENTER Information

MID #	8401700249
Name	AMISH INTERPRETIVE CENTER
Alternate Name
Classification	Uncategorized or General Museums, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME	0
REVENUE	0
LAT/LONG	39.679033, -88.305076
CODES	FIPS State Code: 17 FIPS County Code: 041 US Census Tract: 952400 US Census Block: 3058