Recently a  local contractor has generously removing the tarp enclosure at no charge, while making use of the salvaged timber.

With a clean job site, we can continue restoration work, including removing layers of paint and rust as we move toward authentic exterior finishes, railroad insignia, and restored passenger car windows.

Want to be part of the restoration? Sponsor one of the 36 new passenger car windows with a gift of $1,000.

We’re grateful to our generous community and to the Port of Whitman County, National Railway Historical Society, Amherst Rail Society, and Avista Foundation for helping make this project possible.

Join us in restoring the rolling stock alongside the Depot!

Donations may be sent to:

WCHS – Pullman Depot – Rolling Stock Restoration

PO Box 67

Colfax, WA 99111

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A gift of any amount will help us restore the rail cars to their original appearance. As part of this special appeal, we’re offering a limited opportunity to be recognized for sponsoring each of the 36 passenger car windows for a gift of $1,000.

​Your gift directly supports restoring the original appearance of the rolling stock and will protect the cars from further deterioration for decades. As the cars are brought back to life, this project will also restore an authentic sense of Pullman’s past while adding interest and character to the Pullman Depot Heritage Center, and to the entire downtown area.

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The rail car restoration campaign has been named for Ken Vogel, a beloved downtown business owner and train enthusiast.