Program: Historic Plaque Program
Historic Plaque Program
This program formally recognizes landmarks in Railroad History by placing a bronze plaque at/on the site.
Historic Plaque Program
Recognizing Railroad Landmarks, education, railroad history, and railway preservation efforts intersect in the National Railway Historical Society Historic Plaque Program. This program formally recognizes landmarks in Railroad History by placing a bronze plaque at/on the site. Some notable, formally recognized rail preservation sites have included:
- Chicago Union Station
- Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Roundhouse & Museum
- Rockville Bridge
- Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Museum
How to Apply for an NRHS Historic Railway Landmark Plaque
Applications are typically sponsored by or pursued in conjunction with a local NRHS Chapter and are frequently done in conjunction with a historic milestone event for that rail landmark, such as a rededication, restoration, or a “birthday” (e.g. 75 or 100 years old). The presentation of the historic plaque may also be accompanied by a press release from the NRHS, providing additional railway history education and public relations opportunities.
To apply, please download this form and fill it in. The form has fields; just click in the area and the field should appear, then type in the field.
When completed, there are two ways to send in the completed form – by mail or by email. Paper copies may be sent to: National Railway Historical Society, Inc., 505 South Lenola Road Suite 226, Moorestown, N.J. 08057, “Attn: Historic Plaque Committee”. Email copies may be send to: Chair of the Historic Plaque Committee.
For additional information on working with the NRHS to recognize a railroad history landmark in your area, please contact the National Office.