DCNRHS’ mission is to “Expand the public appreciation of railroads and their history through preservation and education.” We have monthly programs that are free and open to the public. We also produce several educational publications, including a monthly publications called The TimeTable.
From the first railway in 1827 to the national rail network today, railroads have played an part in connecting America. P. T. Barnum's idea to have a private railroad car for an individual has not been forgotten and continues to live on. Today's private railcars can travel the nation behind Americas Railroad (Amtrak).