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RailCamp Scholarship
To help encourage and develop the next generation of railfans and preservationists, the Blackhawk Chapter offers a full scholarship to NRHS RailCamp for teens.

We are now accepting applications for the 2012 RailCamp Scholarship. Attend one of our monthly meetings or E-mail us for more information.

Lockport Depot
The NRHS and the City of Lockport have marked the 150th anniversary of this historic depot.

Joliet Union Station
One of our region's most notable railroad landmarks, celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2012 and soon to be part of new multi-modal transit development.

Homewood Railroad Park
Viewing platform and display located at the home of Illinois Central's main Chicago yard and shops.

Blackhawk Chapter now on Facebook!
Visit our Facebook page for the latest events, news, photos and discussion about railroads past and present.

Preserving Our Depots - UPDATED!
A closer look at the historic railroad stations in our area and what we have done to help preserve them.

From the Archives: Kirk Yard 1955
A classic behind-the-scenes look at the hump in the EJ&E's largest yard.

Rock Island Caboose #17869
The story of the restored caboose in Tinley Park, Illinois.

Spring 2011 NRHS Conference
The Blackhawk Chapter hosted the NRHS's quarterly meeting in Urbana, Illinois, including an exclusive trip and tour at the Monticello Railway Museum.

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