Brister Shelter Shed Replica
The shelter shed located at the Thorla-Mckee Well Park in Caldwell, OH is a replica of the original Brister shelter shed that was on the OR&W. Like Caboose 33 also at the park, the Shelter Shed is owned by the Noble County Historical Society. The Friends of the OR&W donated our time and the supplies to paint the shelter shed to the original colors as the Pennsylvania Railroad would have, Ochre and Chocolate Brown.
Projects like this made possible by donations and club dues, consider joining if not already a member to help the Friends of the OR&W preserve and tell the story of the OR&W!
A dedication ceremony with the Brister family descendants is scheduled for July 20th 2024 at 1PM to hang the "Brister" sign. Address for the park is:
18466 Frostyville Rd, Caldwell, OH 43724
How the shelter shed looked when we arrived. It was a beautiful day to paint!
CAUTION! Friends at Work! Stewart D, Bill L, and Keith M.
Fun fact, the caboose is sitting on the original right of way.
Volunteering can be fun for the whole family. Bo D & Sons
We accept volunteer help from ages 1 - 99 years old!
Picture from the Noble County Historical Society's FB post.
When comparing to the before picture, it is amazing what some paint can do!
