THE OYSTER BAY RAILROAD MUSEUM

OVERVIEW

The Oyster Bay Railroad Museum (also doing business as Friends of Locomotive #35, Inc.) is a 501-c3 type B not-for-profit Corporation under section 402 of New York State Law, and section 501 c(3) of the Internal Revenue Code . The organization has received a order of consolidation and provisional charter of Education Law section 223 of New York State Department of Education on July 26, 2006 .

The group is recognized as a New York State Charity under article 7A of Executive Law, and section 8-1.4 of the Estates, Powers, and Trusts Law (EPTL).

MISSION STATEMENT

The strategic mission of the group is to preserve and communicate to the general public the historical experience of Long Island’s rail transportation history through means of historic artifacts and buildings, either in working or static condition.

Education will play a vital role in our endeavor. This would take the form of work programs to gain experience in renewing buildings and rolling stack, intern credit, or college level research in various disciplines.

VISION STATEMENT

To be the best educational rail transportation museum in the New York Metropolitan area.

How You Can Help

The restoration site is located in Mitchell Field, Long Island, right next to the Cradle of Aviation Museum, in close proximity to Nassau Coliseum and Nassau Community College. Click here for a map of the Mitchel Field location. The locomotive itself is located in the north end of the Oyster Bay rail yard, next to the turntable. Click here for a map of the Oyster Bay location.

  We are always looking for new members who can help us move the project along.  No special skills are required, but are always appreciated.  All you need is the love of steam and history, and the willingness to lend a hand. We also need to replace some parts that have disappeared over the years.  These include: whistle, four legged marker lights, throttle handle, and a small assortment of gauges.  If you know of anyone who would like to donate or sell for a reasonable cost, any of these parts, please contact me, it will make our restoration complete.  Keep in mind that our group is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization, so all donations are tax deductible.  All proceeds go directly to the locomotive restoration.

While we have accomplished a lot, the ultimate success of our project depends on people like you, so please help us get 35 back to life by making a donation.  If you would like to become a member please print this form, fill it out and mail it in with a check. If you would like to make a secure online donation please click on the box below.

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