Sue Aberle is a dedicated volunteer with a heart full of family stories and a deep passion for trains. Her family is spread far and wide internationally, with three adult children, who have gifted her with six grandchildren. Her family has lived in Monroe WA, Maryland, Mississippi, Minneapolis, and even England. She’s hopeful that soon …
Preserving, Educating, & Celebrating
Portland's historic locomotives, railroad equipment, and artifacts.
Saturday Train Rides
From March through October, we offer train rides along the east bank of the scenic Willamette River. Stay tuned for more information about our 2025 schedule!
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.
In Oregon, the history of railroading and growth of our Black communities are interconnected and interdependent. Oregon Rail Heritage Center recognized this when we planned one of our first exhibits upon opening the Enginehouse in 2012. In conjunction with Oregon Black Pioneers, an education-focused nonprofit, we installed their Railroading and Portland’s Black Community exhibit, which …
When Dave Larsen moved to Oregon to be with his growing family, he wanted to make new connections. He found lasting friendships through the National Railway Historical Society Chapter, which introduced him to the railroad community in Portland. His work with the Chapter eventually led him to discover ORHC. Dave has been a key part …
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.