For Scott Gordon, locomotives were never just a passing childhood fascination. They were the start of a lifelong adventure on the rails. Growing up in Puyallup, WA, near the railroad tracks, Scott and his brother found themselves captivated by the loud rumble and rhythmic clatter of passing trains. Scott vividly remembers his first ride on …
Preserving, Educating, & Celebrating
Portland's historic locomotives, railroad equipment, and artifacts.
Saturday Train Rides
Once a month, we offer train rides along the east bank of the scenic Willamette River. See our excursion schedule below!
Oregon Rail Heritage Foundation Acquires the Oregon Pacific Railroad
The Oregon Rail Heritage Foundation (ORHF) is thrilled to announce that it has entered a sales agreement to acquire the Oregon Pacific Railroad (OPR), marking a monumental step in securing the future of historic rail excursions in Portland.
JOINT Press Release from the Oregon Rail Heritage Center & the Friends of the SP&S 700 (PRPA) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 13, 2025 Portland, OR — After a decade of determined work, more than $500,000 invested (not including thousands of hours of volunteer labor), and the steadfast support of donors, grantors, contractors, and volunteers, the …
PRESS RELEASE Steam Locomotives, Family Fun, and Living History! Saturday, May 10, 2025 | 10:00AM–6:00PM Oregon Rail Heritage Center, Portland, OR PORTLAND, OR – All aboard for a one-of-a-kind celebration as the Oregon Rail Heritage Center (ORHC) hosts a full day of steam, history, and family fun in honor of National Train Day on Saturday, …
With your help, ORHF has done wonders.
Your generous donations help keep the Oregon Rail Heritage Center free to everyone. We thank you sincerely and so do all the kids of all ages that love trains.