Volunteering
The Railway Museum always needs volunteers. There are many ways YOU can support the Railway Museum.
How to volunteer
We are looking for volunteers who are interested in museums, heritage preservation and of course, railways. There are a variety of projects to choose from, including building and rolling stock restoration, museum guiding, website maintenance, grounds keeping, collections/archives development, mounting exhibits, fundraising, and painting and carpentry.
The station, rolling stock, grounds, and exhibits of the Museum require dozens of people to function. Currently, that work is done by a small handful of enthusiasts. We always need your help.
You can sign up for a few volunteer hours, a day or two or for a season full of fun. There are plenty of projects to match almost any interest level and skill set. All volunteer hours are greatly appreciated.
To get involved, contact us at info@rmeo.org. A staff member or project leader will reach out and answer any questions you may have and help you find a meaningful place at the railway museum.
We need volunteers for these projects
Track Work
Fred, a veteran railway track maintenance supervisor, is tasked with keeping the museum's rails ready for our motive power and cars to tour over two kilometres of track. There are many ways you can help keep us on track:
- Laying ties and rails and spiking
- Installing switches
- Ballasting track
- Oiling and keeping clear switches
- Inspecting the right of way to insure safe operations
Grounds & Maintenance
Keeping a station and 4 hectares of lawns, tracks, and gardens in top condition requires a track gang of workers.
Help with:
- Grass and shrubbery cutting and trimming
- Garden planting and weeding
- Painting
- Rolling stock maintenance
- Repairing woodwork
- Installing and developing signage
Station Operations
Our volunteer Operator works the telegraph key faster than two thumbs on a keypad. He keeps trains running on schedule during special event days. He is quartered in the Operator's Bay where he can keep an eye on the mainline.
- Sweeping and dusting in the station and cabooses
- Keeping the platform, platform railings, and steps clean, clear, and organized
- Cleaning washrooms
- Collecting garbage and recyclables
Events & Programming
We host private and public events, Afternoon tea, field trips and more!
If you have a knack for working with the public, you could volunteer as a:
- Tour Guide
- Telegraph operator
- Server
- Train crew
Events & Programming
We host private and public events, Afternoon tea, field trips and more!
If you have a knack for working with the public, you could volunteer as a:
- Tour Guide
- Telegraph operator
- Server
- Train crew