Sacramento Valley Historical Railways Announces Major Fund Drive

The Sacramento Valley Historical Railways has a unique opportunity to greatly expand and improve its museum site located at the Historic Woodland Railroad Depot by removing the foundations of a granary that was once on the site. A Woodland contractor, Pedroia and Sons, has just given us a very favorable estimate to remove these unsightly foundations but we must act quickly if we are to take full advantage of this contractor’s generosity.

The area to be improved is located between the present site of steam locomotive 1233 and Sixth Street. After removing a five story structure on this site, we have repeatedly sought bids for the removal of the extensive foundations that remained. Until now we have not been able to afford the estimated cost of removing these foundations. However, that has changed and with a favorable estimate and your gener-ous help, we can take a big step to improve the Historic Woodland Railroad Depot.

This project will provide many benefits to the Historic Woodland Railroad Depot and to the Woodland community:

• Implement SVHR’s long term plan for this area including landscaping and a picnic area
• Enhance appearance of depot property in anticipation of new courthouse across the street
• Create a second track to display and protect historic railcars and equipment
• Expand the fencing around the perimeter of the museum

You can donate online by clicking on the "Donate Now" button. We appreciate all donations and sincerely thank you in advance for your concern and generosity in preserving the railroad history of the Sacramento Valley.

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With your help we can make this happen.

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