Special Projects

Welcome to the Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum, where history is not just preserved but vividly brought to life through our various special projects. Each initiative is carefully designed to enhance our offerings and engage the community, enriching the educational experience for visitors of all ages. Browse through our various projects below to get started. Don't forget to support these projects by making a donation or providing an in-kind contribution.

Passenger Car Project

The Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum has made great strides in the past few years as we grow our operations towards the future.

818 Project

The Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum is in the process of restoring former Elgin, Joliet & Eastern locomotive no. 818 to service. The locomotive was donated to the museum in 2021 by the Chesapeake & Indiana Railroad.