The Delaware Historical Society will present: “Almost as fast as birds can fly: the railroad in Delaware history”

May 7, 2010 – March 26, 2011
Delaware History Museum
504 Market Street ♦ Wilmington, DE 19801

A special exhibition on the Delaware railroad industry past and present. And its influence on the state’s economy, culture and communities.

Opening Reception – 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. – May 7, 2010
Guest Curator’s Talk at 6:00 p.m.


R.S.V.P. by May 5, 2010 @ 302.655.7161 or deinfo@dehistory.org

A second spring event is happening in the First State. See below:



Hi -

I'm inviting you to a special event. Free and open to the public - but you
have to register in advance to attend so we'll know how many people to get
ready for.


Wednesday, May 19th, at the Delaware History Museum at 504 Market Street,
19801.

Friends of the Furness Railroad District's Annual Meeting

5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Cash bar and Hors d'oeuvres and tour the
Delaware Historical Society's new exhibition: "Almost As Fast As Birds Can
Fly: The Railroad in Delaware."

6:30 - 6:45 p.m. Short Annual Meeting upstairs in the Copeland Room

6:45 - 8:00 p.m.
Special illustrated lecture: Albert J.
Giannantonio presents...
"The Baldwin Locomotive Works and Its
Connection with the Pennsylvania Railroad"

To register: (302) 654-9817 or send an e-mail to FriendsOfFurness@gmail.com

On-street and garage parking is nearby.

This should be an outstanding evening for everyone who appreciates trains
and railroad history. Please feel free to forward the invite to others who
would be interested.

I would be delighted to see you at this special event.

J. Harry Feldman