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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!

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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.


Railroading and Portland’s Black Pioneers

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 …


Volunteer Spotlight – Dave Larsen

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 …


Oregon Rail Heritage Foundation Takes the Next Step to Make Historic Rail Excursions a Permanent Part of Portland’s Future

Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 3, 2024 Portland, OR — 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. This acquisition not only strengthens ORHF’s …

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.