About the Brister Replica Sheltershed
The Brister Replica Sheltershed is a reconstruction of one of the many small passenger shelters that once dotted the Ohio River & Western Railroad. These simple structures provided rural communities with a place to wait for mixed trains, receive express shipments, and connect with the outside world.
A Partnership in Preservation
This replica sheltershed was cosmetically restored in collaboration with the Noble County Historical Society, using historically accurate paint colors and accurate name boards based on surviving OR&W photographs and field measurements.
Why This Project Matters
Very few OR&W structures survive today. Recreating a sheltershed allows visitors to experience the scale, simplicity, and character of rural narrow‑gauge railroading in southeastern Ohio. It also provides an interpretive space for educational programs and historical displays.
Photo Gallery
How You Can Support This Work
Donations help fund materials, paint, signage, and ongoing maintenance of the sheltershed and other OR&W preservation projects.