The museum has finally installed the electrical system into barns 13 an 14. Under the expert guidance and leadership of Dave Diamond the barns now have operational lighting. Both barns are now ready for the county inspections to begin.
These last four pictures have been provided to me by the contractor. He stayed out at the museum past dusk to get these night shots. Thank You.
The latest news comes from Dave himself in which he has proudly proclaimed that the county inspectors have granted us an occupancy permit! The great news was given to us this last Friday! We now can begin the arduous task of switching equipment around and filling these two barns.
We now have more than three miles, yes three miles, of inside storage
for our equipment. It has taken three years from the planning stages to occupancy permit. It was well worth the wait! The last two tracks and one switch will be installed in yard 15 this year. Its now time to consider building the next barn!! Why not consider sending in a donation to the newly established barn 15 fund. Yes, we have indeed started one already!. Lets start adding to it now. When planning a visit to Irm this Spring, please remember to visit these latest additions to our going campus! Take a look and be amazed at what we can do with donations! Lets keep on building these barns! Thanks Roger
Comments
Sun, 02-21-2021 21:12
Hi Ethan The 428 has been worked on recently but the focus now is on the maintenance and repair on the 1630 and the Shay. This Spring we will [...]
Sun, 02-21-2021 15:10
How is the UP 428 Steam locomotive engine is most done being fixed. OK Roger.
Sun, 02-21-2021 13:18
Hello Max The answer is Yes, the Dover will be used along with our other Pullman cars only in special event operations. When not in use [...]
Sun, 02-21-2021 12:30
Hello Jim We will be operating the Dover this year depending upon its mechanical condition. I hope to use the car in display venue as well as in [...]
Sun, 02-21-2021 12:24
Hello Kirk Hello, Yes the Dover is now in great shape. There are a couple of little projects to accomplish when the weather changes. I am [...]
Sat, 02-20-2021 18:55
Will the DOVER STRAIT be operational for Museum trips
Sat, 02-20-2021 17:06
I’m really impressed with the wonderful job your volunteers are doing to restore this historic passenger car. Once the restoration is complete, does [...]
Sat, 02-20-2021 14:02
It is great to see the work that Bob Hunter and Gene Macowiak started in the 1990’s. Great work done in finishing the two bedrooms and the buffet [...]
Fri, 02-19-2021 18:41
Very good article. I definitely love this website. Continue the good work!
Tue, 02-02-2021 10:15
I know it is wintertime, and the Virus is making getting people in to do work is difficult, so in a few months, when it's warmer, would someone please [...]
Sun, 01-31-2021 14:37
Hello Jack Thank you very much We in the coach dept are working very hard to have these trains restored Thanks Roger
Sat, 01-30-2021 18:45
pre oiler is a great idea saves lots of wear and tear on engines. a pat on the back for the diesel crew