This 95-year-old Seaboard car is part 6 of our series highlighting the Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation’s Places in Peril program. It exemplifies what can be accomplished when something needs a little work. The program highlights new opportunities for investment, education, restoration, and historic preservation. This is an example of why we are seeking your support.
Back in the day, when many lines were remote, work trains would move close to a construction site, and set up operations on a nearby siding. This wooden car served as a mobile bunkhouse for track maintenance workers. The car is equipped with a coal stove, shower, icebox, and bunks for six. It was donated to our young museum in 1960 and lovingly restored by our talented volunteers.
This rare and historic educational tool resides under cover in Building 1 for viewing. You can touch it, peek inside, look underneath, and wonder what it was like to live in this car for periods of time. We invite you to participate with us as we prepare the museum for generations to come. Enhancing our collection with the care demonstrated in this Bunkhouse car is our goal.
For information on how you can donate, the benefits of branded corporate and/or foundation project sponsorships, and how your gift could develop career-enhancing skills for our volunteers, please write to: execdirector@train-museum.com. Thank you!
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