Delaware railroad history is museum program topic

The Milford Museum American History Series will host Doug Poore as he presents, “The Railroad Comes to Delaware,” at 1 p.m., Saturday, May 9, at Milford Public Library, 11 SE Front St., Milford.

At one time there were more than 20 different railway lines crisscrossing the Delmarva Peninsula, tying together towns as small as 200 people with the major cities of New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington, D.C., and Norfolk. This lecture will detail the photos and stories of the railroads that once served the region. While some rail traffic remains, most of the railroads and stations have been removed or allowed to crumble in their former locations. Some have been restored and turned into museums or business locations, with their railways converted into bike and walking paths. 

Born and raised in Harrington, Poore grew up with the railroad in his backyard. After retiring from a paramedic career, he took his love of history and railroading, and became the volunteer curator of the Greater Harrington Historical Society. This new venture allowed him to reignite his railroad passion.

Sponsored by the Milford Museum, these monthly programs focus on a variety of topics concerning local, state and national history. For more information, contact the museum at 302-424-1080 or email tom@milfordDEmuseum.org. The programs are offered through a generous grant from the Delaware Heritage Commission.