Middletown and New Jersey Railway Historical Society

The Middletown and New Jersey Railway Historical Society is a U.S. nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving the heritage of the Middletown Unionville & Water Gap, Middletown & Unionville, Middletown & New Jersey, and other area railways.

Mission

The society's mission is to document, preserve, and promote the history of these railways, which have played significant roles in the development of the region. It aims to educate the public about the historical importance and cultural impact of these railroads.

Activities

• Preservation Efforts: The society engages in various preservation activities, including the restoration and maintenance of historic rail equipment.
• Historical Documentation: They collect and preserve historical documents, photographs, and other materials related to the railways.
• Community Engagement: Through exhibitions and events, the society educates the public about the history and significance of the railways.

Projects

Notable projects include efforts to refurbish historic locomotives, such as the MNJ No. 2, with support from model railroad manufacturers and enthusiasts.

EIN

The Middletown and New Jersey Railway Historical Society is registered as a nonprofit organization with the EIN 141779168. This status allows it to receive tax-deductible donations to support its activities.

[1] https://www.middletownnjhistory.org/museum-in-historic-train-station.html [2] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Middletown_and_New_Jersey_Railroad [3] https://regional-rail.com/middletown-nj/ [4] https://www.middletownny.gov/290/Middletown-History [5] https://mnjrhs.org