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 Presidents Message!

The Society has made many advancements over the years and with this being the 20th year of the operation in Phillipsburg I am looking forward an amazing 2024

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Photo Gallery

“Snow with a sunset”
Greg and Frank as usual!
Hank, Greg, Devin
John Oct. 29,2011
Don and Gary Oct. 29,2011
Oct. 29, 2011
Don C. working on 3254
Steaming into Mine Station
The moon over Easton from Lehigh Junction one cold winter night.
Easton Lights
The moon setting over Easton one cold winter night.
A rare shot of 142 departing Lehigh Junction on a snowy Saturday afternoon. Oct 29, 2011
A rare shot of 142 departing Lehigh Junction on a snowy Saturday afternoon. Oct 29, 2011
Greg Smokey Ruch
M-1 leaving Butler for Croxton, and eventually to Phillipsburg.
M-1 in Allentown Yard. 8-8-11 @ 4:30 PM
M-1 in Allentown Yard in the consist with other cars due to go up the Portland Secondary. 8-8-11 @ 4:30 PM.
M-1 in Allentown Yard. 8-8-11 @ 4:30 PM
M-1 in Allentown Yard. 8-8-11 @ 4:30 PM
M-1 in Allentown Yard. 8-8-11 @ 4:30 PM
The finished product. The bricks with curved ends are edge bricks.
Waiting for the bricks to set up.
Making bricks for 142's firebox. The material has the consistency of damp sand.
The plastic lining protects the mold and makes removing the finished bricks easier.
Even the molds to make the bricks had to be made in house.
Molds used to form the edge bricks.
NYSWTHS ANNUAL PICNIC & JULY MEETING
A little HELP here!
Clearing up the RofW!
KB & John
I wonder what's in here!
Easter Train 2011, look at all those eggs!!!
Easter Trains 2011
Catching up on Safety Rules!
Gary
Making sure Rule Books are up to date
What's my next class?
Are we done yet!
Stewie keeping an eye on Martin as he works on the gift car electric
Loving the ice!
Loving the seas!
Loving the slopes!
Loving the sand!

The New York Susquehanna & Western Technical & Historical Society Inc. was formed in the fall of 1988 by several longtime observers of the railroad who felt that there was a need for an organization to preserve the history of the Susquehanna, its ancestor corporations and the rich railroading history of New Jersey. Since that time, the Society grew to over 500 members from 25 states and has at times had members in Canada, England, Germany and New Zealand. The society is incorporated in the state of New Jersey as a non-profit educational organization. It is also recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as a tax-exempt organization, as defined in section 501 (c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

  • Volunteerism -- Our member volunteers come from many walks of life, from mechanics, to college professors to corporate executives, we all come together "workin' on the railroad"
  • History --  We are committed to the preservation of history. Our Maywood Station division is the exemplification of historical restoration. Our goal is to preserve the rich history of railroading, specifically that of the New York Susquehanna & Western Railroad. We believe that it is crucial to pass on the knowledge and history of the "Steam Era" to the next generation.
  • Education -- Some of our volunteers come from the railroad world, many do not. What we all have in common is our desire to learn more about history, railroading and life. You can come to us with no background in railroading at all and leave a train engineer. Many of our volunteers have gone on to be professional railroaders. Our training meets or exceeds that offered by the large railroads and is in compliance with all FRA regulations


The Delaware River Railroad Excursions

Since 2004 the Society has operated the Delaware River Railroad Excursions in Phillipsburg, NJ. 2024 is our 20th year!


Maywood Station

A Landmark Brought Back to Life, Yesterday and Today

The historic landmark Maywood Station houses an eclectic collection of railroad and local history items. The museum offers a virtual timeline into the significance that the station and the railroad had on the development of the local area. The membership meets regularly to restore, preserve and maintain the station as well as archive and update the museum collection. New exhibits and displays are always in motion to enhance the visitor's museum experience. The museum also has restored historic New York, Susquehanna & Western ALCO S-2 Locomotive #206 and Caboose 24542, which has additional displays and an operating model train layout.



Membership

Benefits of membership in the society.

We have many avenues of interest some of which are:

1. Exploring the history of the New York Susquehanna & Western Railroad

2. Our Reflector Magazine ( published when material is available)

3. Our beautiful full color Susquehanna calendar

4. The ability to partake in railroad operations on the Delaware River Railroad Excursions.

5. The opportunity to be involved with the amazing Maywood Station Museum.

6. Educational programs, learn to be a Trainmen, Student Conductor, Conductor, Brakeman, Fireman, Student Engineer and Engineer.

7. Learn about Steam railroading on an active Steam railroad.


Board Members

John Stocker

President & Trustee

Chris Cotty
Vice President & General Manager


Ray Pinglora

Comptroller


Les Coleman

Treasurer



Ken Christenson

Secretary

Jon Andreasen

Membership & Trustee

Don Chaudruc

 Trustee

Drew Reynolds

Trustee

Martin Den Bleyker

Trustee

John Hulse

Trustee

Kurt Christenson

Trustee

Mike Scrimo

Trustee

Rob Fink

Trustee

Ed Kaminski

Maywood Station Historical Committee Chairman

Why Should You Belong To The Society?

Our dedicated volunteers bring transportation history to life, helping visitors appreciate and understand the cultural, technical, and economic impact of transportation in our region  while learning valuable trades and skills to use in the rest of their life

– and they have fun doing it!


social profiles

The Society has many different Social Media accounts, check them out! it is a great way to stay up to date!

SLIDE SHOW OF MEMBER SUBMITTED PICTURES

“Snow with a sunset”
Greg and Frank as usual!
Hank, Greg, Devin
John Oct. 29,2011
Don and Gary Oct. 29,2011
Oct. 29, 2011
Don C. working on 3254
Steaming into Mine Station
The moon over Easton from Lehigh Junction one cold winter night.
Easton Lights
The moon setting over Easton one cold winter night.
A rare shot of 142 departing Lehigh Junction on a snowy Saturday afternoon. Oct 29, 2011
A rare shot of 142 departing Lehigh Junction on a snowy Saturday afternoon. Oct 29, 2011
Greg Smokey Ruch
M-1 leaving Butler for Croxton, and eventually to Phillipsburg.
M-1 in Allentown Yard. 8-8-11 @ 4:30 PM
M-1 in Allentown Yard in the consist with other cars due to go up the Portland Secondary. 8-8-11 @ 4:30 PM.
M-1 in Allentown Yard. 8-8-11 @ 4:30 PM
M-1 in Allentown Yard. 8-8-11 @ 4:30 PM
M-1 in Allentown Yard. 8-8-11 @ 4:30 PM
The finished product. The bricks with curved ends are edge bricks.
Waiting for the bricks to set up.
Making bricks for 142's firebox. The material has the consistency of damp sand.
The plastic lining protects the mold and makes removing the finished bricks easier.
Even the molds to make the bricks had to be made in house.
Molds used to form the edge bricks.
NYSWTHS ANNUAL PICNIC & JULY MEETING
A little HELP here!
Clearing up the RofW!
KB & John
I wonder what's in here!
Easter Train 2011, look at all those eggs!!!
Easter Trains 2011
Catching up on Safety Rules!
Gary
Making sure Rule Books are up to date
What's my next class?
Are we done yet!
Stewie keeping an eye on Martin as he works on the gift car electric
Loving the ice!
Loving the seas!
Loving the slopes!
Loving the sand!

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Office: 877.872.4674

Address:
162 South Main Street
Phillipsburg New Jersey 08865

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