Caboose 33

The last surviving OR&W caboose on public display at the Thorla-McKee Well Park in Caldwell, OH.

About Caboose 33

Caboose 33 is the last remaining cabooses from the Ohio River & Western Railroad. Serving as the conductor’s office, crew space, and rolling lookout, cabooses like No. 33 were essential to safe train operations on the OR&W.

Caboose 33 exterior

Current Condition

Caboose 33 is on public display at the Thorla-McKee Well Park in Caldwell, Ohio and is owned by the Noble County Historical Society. The Friends of the OR&W HS are working with the Noble County HS to improve the display.

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Preservation Goals

Our long‑term goal is to improve Caboose 33 as a representative example of OR&W caboose design. This includes appearance improvements as well as site improvements.

How You Can Help

Your support helps us preserve this rare piece of OR&W history for future generations.

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