The Roscoe O&W Railway Museum, located in Roscoe Rockland, NY, is a historical museum dedicated to preserving the rich history of the now-defunct Ontario and Western Railway. Founded in 1984, the museum showcases exhibits documenting the railway's impact on the region's growth, including a caboose, trout car, and a main building filled with artifacts. Led by the Roscoe-Rockland Renaissance, the museum is currently undergoing a preservation effort, with local students beautifying the grounds and the installation of a mural depicting the O&W's Roscoe station.
Run by dedicated curators Wilmer and Ethel Sipple, who have been involved with the museum since its inception, the Roscoe O&W Railway Museum offers visitors a glimpse into the history of the railway that operated from 1868 to 1957. The railway played a significant role in attracting tourists, transporting trout from hatcheries, and serving as a means of escape for city dwellers. Despite a shortage of volunteers, the Sipples continue to maintain the museum and offer guided tours, ensuring that the legacy of the Ontario and Western Railway lives on.
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