National Railway Historical Society

2012 RailCamp Registration Open

Where else but at RailCamp can high school students replace a knuckle on a tank car, learn how to inspect a working steam locomotive in a real roundhouse, learn about state-of-the-art modern day railroad or take a course in railroad operations and dispatching? Every year, the NRHS sends lucky high school students to spend 5 days learning hands-on rail preservation techniques, study railroad history, and even learn about current career opportunities in the railroad industry.

The NRHS offers two RailCamp programs; one at Scranton, Pennsylvania and a second in Tacoma, Washington. The program is open to high school boys and girls who are currently, Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, or Seniors (class of 2012). Individuals who enter the Freshmen year in 2012 will also be eligible to participate.

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Heritage Grants

Since 1991, the National Railway Historical Society has been giving away annual matching grants for projects which preserve, research, educate, or publish railway history.

RailCamp

Where else but at RailCamp can high school students replace a knuckle on a tank car, learn how to inspect a working steam locomotive in a real roundhouse or take a course in railroad operations and dispatching?

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2012 Discount List

The 2012 directory of member discounts has been released. NRHS members can enjoy this annual benefit at rail attractions throughout the United States by showing their membership card. Discounts vary by individual attraction but can include reduced tickets or admission, reduced gift shop pricing or reduced fees for restaurant and lodging services. If you are not an NRHS member, consider joining now to take advantage of this excellent program. The list of discounts can be downloaded here.