Mid-Continent Railway Museum is made possible by its volunteers. In 2021, over 50 volunteers combined for over 5,000 hours of volunteering. Join us in helping to preserve and share railroad history through the operation of our vintage railroad rides and display of our nationally-acclaimed collection of railcars, locomotives, and railroad equipment.

Use the button to sign up to participate in one or more of the following upcoming volunteer sessions. Museum membership is not required to volunteer in most areas.

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Restoration Department Work Session

Volunteer tasks are available on all our active projects (East Jordan combine, DULUTH sleeper, Soo caboose and LS&I #64 coach. Stop in and give us a day. We have all types of tasks with many that do not require climbing or lifting. All help is greatly appreciated.

Meeting Time/Date: April 20-24. Work starts around 9 AM each morning except on the first day which has a later start time.

Location: Mid-Continent’s Car Shop Building

Project Contact: Bill Buhrmaster, Restoration Dept. Manager

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Mechanical Department – C&NW #1385 Tender Project

The focus of the work session will be to jack up the tender one end at a time and inspect the roller bearings. We will also make adjustments to the bolster plates on the tender frame as needed.

Meeting Time/Date: April 23-24 starting at 9 AM

Location: Mid-Continent’s Engine House Building

Project Contact: Ed Ripp, General Foreman of Steam Power

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Mechanical Department – Passenger Car Fleet Maintenance

Car wash time! Assist with washing a couple of the museum’s passenger cars to help them look sharp. Will also be cleaning the car interiors, washing car windows, and repainting a car roof.

Meeting Time/Date: April 30-May 1 from 9 AM to 5 PM

Location: Lackawanna railcars (next to museum depot)

Project Contact: Richard Colby, General Foreman of Rolling Stock

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Buildings & Grounds Department

Help prepare the museum property for reopening to the public. Tasks include clearing branches, lawn repair, light tree pruning, setting up garbage cans, picnic tables, sweeping floors, window washing, etc.

Meeting Time/Date: April 30-May 1 from 9 AM to 5 PM

Location: Mid-Continent’s Depot/Office Area

Project Contact: Andy Spinelli, Superintendent of Buildings & Grounds

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