April 2, 2000
NEWS RELEASE
Trolley
Operator Open House
April
13, 2000 - 9:30a.m.
The Seashore
Trolley Museum is looking for volunteers who would like to operate a real old
fashion trolley car or become a museum guide. Operators may operate one of
dozens of trolleys. Several of the available cars are: a 1924 trolley car from
Boston, MA, a 1904 car from York County, ME, a 1925 from Philadelphia, PA, a
1914 from Dallas, TX, a 1907 from Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN, a 1907 from Chicago,
IL, a 1924 from New Orleans, LA, to name just a few.
Artisans, including numerous volunteers and several museum employees, have
authentically restored these historic trolleys. The Trolley Museum is holding an
Open House to introduce prospective volunteers to the fun and excitement of
operating trolley cars, Thursday, April
13 from 9:30am to 12:30pm. The Open House will happen rain or shine.
The Open House will feature an orientation followed by a tour of the restoration
shop. The orientation will conclude with individual instruction and hands-on
operation of a trolley car. All
with any interest in volunteering for any facet of the Museum operations are
welcome and encouraged to attend this informational Open House.
To register by phone or for more information call Seashore Trolley Museum
at 207-967-2712. To register in person, visit Seashore Trolley Museum at 195 Log
Cabin Road, Kennebunkport. You can also visit the Trolley Museum on-line at
www.trolleymuseum.org. The Seashore
Trolley Museum will open for its 61st season on Saturday May 6th.
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The Seashore Trolley Museum has been operated by the New England Electric Railway Historical Society since 1939 as a 501
(c) 3 non-profit educational institution.
Its premier car, Car #31 will celebrate its 100th birthday in
2000.
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