Preserving the Legacy of the Ohio River & Western Railroad

We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to saving, restoring, and interpreting the surviving equipment, artifacts, and history of the 3 foot narrow gauge Ohio River & Western Railway.

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Who We Are

Friends of the Ohio River & Western Railroad is a non-profit 501(c)(3) and is committed to preserving the last remaining equipment, structures, and stories of the OR&W. Our volunteers work to stabilize, restore, and interpret these rare artifacts for future generations.

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Current Projects

Coach 5

Caboose 33 Nameboards

Add "Ohio River and Western" nameboards to Caboose 33.

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Coach 5

Coach 5

Stabilization and preservation of Coach 5 - the President's car.

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Combine 29

Combine 29

Combine 29 Preservation Project.

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Completed Projects

Brister Replica Sheltershed

Brister Replica Sheltershed

Replica Brister Sheltershed Rehabilitation Project with the Noble County Historical Society.

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Caboose 33

Adair Sheltershed

Restoration of the Adair Sheltershed.

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Your contribution helps us save OR&W history before it disappears.

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