The Empire State Railway Museum in Phoenicia, NY is dedicated to preserving the rich history of the Catskill Mountain Railroads and their impact on culture, society, economy, and communities through education, restoration, and preservation of railroad artifacts and personal histories.
With a collection of visual and auditory artifacts, including kerosene lanterns, marker lights, telegraph equipment, and a 115-year-old typewriter, the museum offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore the evolution of railroad communication and the vital role played by station agents, telegraphers, and photographers in shaping the United States during the 19th and early 20th centuries.
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