Paw Paw's Railroading Heritage Seminar

Name: Paw Paw's Railroading Heritage Seminar
Start: 2026-01-27T17:30:00-05:00
End: 2026-01-27T19:00:00-05:00
Location: Allegany County Library System (South Cumberland Library)

Schedule

Tue Jan 27 2026 at 05:30 pm to 07:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Allegany County Library System (South Cumberland Library) | Cumberland, MD

Join the Allegany Preservation Society for an engaging seminar celebrating Paw Paw’s rich railroading history and the ongoing efforts to preserve its historic railroad station. This educational program will feature:
Documentary Screening: Watch our featured Magnolia Cutoff documentary, split into two segments, highlighting the engineering feats, historic operations, and significance of the B&O Railroad through Paw Paw and the Paw Paw Bends.
Discussion & Q&A: Share your thoughts, ask questions, and learn more about the stories behind the railroad and the town’s unique rail heritage.
Preservation Focus: Discover how the Allegany Preservation Society is working to acquire and restore the former Paw Paw railroad station, and learn ways the community can get involved in preserving this important piece of history.
Educational Outreach: This seminar is part of the Society’s mission to educate the public on regional railroad history and promote preservation awareness for future generations.

Who Should Attend:
History buffs, rail enthusiasts, educators, students, and anyone interested in Paw Paw’s heritage and historic preservation efforts.
Admission is Free but is limited to the first 45 participants.
Additional Information:
Bring your questions and curiosity!
All ages welcome!
Hosted by:
Allegany Preservation Society