Upcoming Events.
Grand Lodge Theater - The Portland Zoo Railroad: The Biggest Little Railway in the Country - McMenamins
Come hear Melissa Darby speak at McMenamin’s History Pub - The Portland Zoo Railroad: The Biggest Little Railway in the Country.
Grand Opening of the Washington Park Reservoir
Volunteer for FWPZR at the Grand Opening of the Washington Park Reservoir!
Volunteer at National Train Day at ORHC
Join Us at National Train Day, May 10th, 2025, at the Oregon Rail Heritage Center! Help staff our FWPZR Information Booth.
Pacific Northwest Railroading History
Take A Journey Through Unforgettable History
ORHF is thrilled to invite you to an exclusive presentation by Bill Burgel, former Regional Chief Dispatcher for Union Pacific. Embark on a captivating journey through the transformative 35 year period (1882 - 1917) when the Pacific Northwest rail network was built, sparking unprecedented growth and prosperity in the region.
Saturday Train Rides Oregon Rail Heritage Center
Take a ride through the Springwater Corridor on the east bank of the scenic Willamette River. ORHC passenger cars offer comfortable seating and great views of the city, river, wildlife, and a glimpse of the rides at Oaks Park.
Celebrate the 65th Birthday of the Steamer Oregon and Washington Park Station
We are excited to invite you to a special event celebrating the 65th birthday of the Steamer Oregon and the Washington Park Station
ORHC Father's Day Train Ride
June 15, 2024 - 1:00pm, 2:30pm, and 4:00pm
Come down to the Oregon Rail Heritage Center and celebrate Father’s Day with us! Enjoy our 45-minute train ride, pulled by a diesel locomotive, departing from the Enginehouse at 2250 SE Water Avenue. Hang out either before or after and see all our vintage steam locomotives up close and personal!
Riders will enjoy the countryside and may even catch a glimpse of wildlife in their natural habitat while traveling along the scenic Willamette River in the heart of Portland.
Tickets $20 for adults and $15 for kiddos 3-12. Children 2 and under ride free on lap. Snacks and beverages (including plenty of cold beer!) will be available for purchase onboard.
Powerland 1st Annual Train and Trolley Fest
Celebrate Oregon and Willamette Valley Rail History with trolley rides, miniature train rides, and various rail-related museums. Visit our booth on June 15th to learn more about our efforts to restore the Rose Garden Loop.
OMSI Reel Science: Train Time with Bill Burgel
Watch and learn at The Empirical Theater as OMSI brings the science of your favorite movies and documentaries to life on the big screen. Perfect for science and film lovers alike, this monthly series combines the best Science Pub with the fun of movie night, bringing in experts to amplify your movie-watching experience.
ABOUT THE FILM
Join the crew of a giant freight train for an eye-popping, music-infused journey across America. Giant diesels, spectacular terrain, tens of thousands of miles of track—and millions of pounds of freight that can’t wait.