Resources for Prototype Research

Inspired by Listener Skylar, here is a list of resources for researching prototype railroads.

Advanced Resources

Many different resources are available for researching a specific railroad. Most often, you will need a combination of the following: local libraries; local, regional, and state historical societies; prototype-specific historical societies; University special collections; and the Library of Congress. Here are some sample resources, but don’t forget to seek out your own, as well.

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