Displays and pics from the Historical Society

 

The train room is not the only place for railroading history or any history. The former trainman's room and men's waiting room also have some very interesting displays to show other parts of Meyersdale's rich history along with railroading.

The train man's room has some interesting photos and exhibits

A narrow gauge railroad that ran from Shaw Mines	Shaw Mines coke ovens, 1901
Sand Patch construction crew	P&M Trolley
Crusin', early 20th Century style!	Racing car from back then as well
Bituminous Coal	Transportation
Early railroad telephone equipment	Electrical meter, lantern, spike, and signal book

Assorted railroad artifacts

From the local lumber industry	The maple industry, past and present

 

Oh yes, a gentle reminder...