About WEST JERSEY CHAPTER

The West Jersey Chapter of the National Railway Historical Society traces its beginnings to a small band of ardent railroad enthusiasts who were first officially organized as the West Jersey Model Railroad Club. On April 16, 1944, the club received its charter from the NRHS, making West Jersey the eighteenth chapter to be so affiliated. In 1972, the Chapter was incorporated as a not-for-profit corporation under the laws of the State of New Jersey. West Jersey Chapter is now the eighth oldest NRHS Chapter.

West Jersey Chapter has an outstanding reputation for producing high quality periodicals and award-winning books. The Chapter's original newsletter, the Crew Caller, was first published in 1956. In 1974, the publication was upgraded, being printed on coated stock complete with photographs. In September, 1995, the Crew Caller was replaced with West Jersey Rails Quarterly, whose publication continues to this day. Issued four times a year, WJRQ features articles on both rail history and current events.

West Jersey Chapter has published twelve books since 1973, most of which are available for sale in our online store. For more information on our books, click here.

Monthly membership meetings of West Jersey Chapter feature a wide variety of rail-oriented entertainment, including slide shows, movies, and guest speakers from other organizations and the rail industry. Our Chapter participates in regional railroadiana and train shows. Outings have included fan trips, field trips, rail facility tours, and hikes. We often hold informal fan trips to various regional destinations using regularly scheduled passenger service. Be sure to check our calendar of events for meetings, informal fantrips, and other events of interest. The calendar is regularly updated as new information becomes available.

West Jersey Chapter, National Railway Historical Society, is an IRC Sec. 501(c)(3) educational organization dedicated to preserving and disseminating railroad and railway history. Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent as allowed by law.

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