Western Railway Museum

Friedhelm knew I like to visit railroads and as a birthday gift, I'm 364 days

older than him, he took me to this museum. A great choice.

Any suggestions on where I should take him, even if he is younger.

Most of the railroads I've been to are steam or diesel powered, the Western Railway

Museum is almost entirely electrical . The trains are powered by overhead electric

lines and are historically used for commuter traffic, they're often called 'trolly's'.

We were lucky that it was a slow day. We were the only ones aboard for

the 11am run. Our conductor and the engineer were extremely accommodating and

knowledgeable. I'm sorry I didn't get better photos of them. We had a great and informative trip.

Here's the 'trolly' we rode on. Self contained, no other engine required.

She's a butte isn't she.

Looking out the open front window. Overhead lines for power,

track lines for a road.

If you like grasslands and rolling hills this part of Solano County

is right up your alley. They're trying to keep it the way it was

back when the rail service first started in the 1920's

One of the interesting features along the right-of-way was the wind mills. No not the

one used to pump water but the modern ones for electricity.

At one spot the juxtaposition between the two was apparent.

As you know I like lines. I also like the contrast of the wheel with it's curves and

blackness against the red boards of the car behind.

Most of the electrified railroads were for commuters. The largest percentage for 

short hauls, but some also had sleeping compartments, restaurants and lounge cars.

For a commuter car this one is pretty nice.

Then there was the first class cars.

If you are anywhere near Solano County and the Western Railway Museum

please stop by and partake of this treat. There is so much to see and

the people there are wonderful. 

Go, See ,Enjoy and Photograph

Dave