Pacific Northwest Chapter of the National Railway Historical Society

The National Railway Historical Society was formed in 1935 to preserve and document railroad history. The web site you are reading belongs to the Pacific Northwest Chapter, one of more than 170 local chapters of the NRHS. Our chapter was formed in 1955 in Portland, Oregon.

PNWC-NRHS Mission

To preserve and interpret Pacific Northwest railroad history and historical artifacts for the education and enjoyment of current and future generations.

(About The PNWC Web Site)