CROSSINGS AND SIDINGS

The following web sites all have something to offer someone interested in the Rutland Railroad and New England railroading in general. If you know about other sites that you think should be included, please be sure to e-mail me Paul Mainville along with the url.

The Rutland And Beyond

Canadian Branline Miniatures	Author and Modeler Ian Wilson Fondly recalls Canadian National branchline railroading in the 1950's.
The Addison Railroad	A look at the Addison Branch of the Rutland Railroad
The "Island Line"	Tim Lavigne's sie focuses on the Rutland's Champlain Island Extension, both past and present.
Boston & Maine RR Historical Society	The B&M was the Rutland's most important New England partner. The B&MRRHS published the B&M bulletin and excellent journal on the B&M history.
New York Central System Historical Society	The NYC was the Rutland's parent for much of the early 20th Century and an important connection as well. The NYC influence lasted until the end.
Central Vermont Railways Historical Society	The Rutland's first cousin another Vermont institution.
Ontario & Western Railway Historical Society	If the Rutland had a kindred spirit the NYO&W was it!
Electric Railroads of Vermont	Learn about Vermont's extensive network of trolley lines.
Rensselaer Railroad Heritage Exhibit	Visit the Rutland in 1/87 scale. Thsi world class model railroad is based upon the D&H and New York Central circa the 1950's.
Middletown & New Jersey Railway Historical Society	Another wonderful, heartfelt effort by Ron Vassallo and friends.
Northeast Rails	Lots of images which include Steamtown when it was in Bellows Falls, VT and it's present home in Scranton PA.
DL&W Sussex Branch Memorial	Dave Rutan's remembrance of this country branch of the Lackawanna Railroad. Great coverage of the DL&W milk trains.
CN Lines SIG	Dedicated follower of the Rutland's Rouses Point connection.
Wycassett, Waterville & Farmington Railway Museum	Maine two-footers to your heart's content.
National Railway Historical Society	Archive article written by Steve Mumley which was reproduced from The National Railway Bulletin in 2004.

Museums and Preservation

Danbury Railway Museum	Home of an ever-increasing roster of Rutland equipment.
Railway Preservation News	Home of an ever-increasing roster of Rutland equipment.
Strasburg Railroad	On the surface, an enjoyable tourist railroad.  Beneath the surface, a first class restoration shop with a few Rutland pieces in their care.
Existing Railroad Stations in New York State	Includes still-existant Rutland structures.
Walker Transportation Museum	Many great photo collections reside here. The site is being rebuilt the last time I looked.
Railroad Museum of New England	Another museum located in Connecticut with an emphasis on preserving New England's railroad heritage.
O.Winston. Link Museum	I have always admired this man and his work.
Wiscassett, Waterville & Farmington Railway	If you're like me, you are a sucker for the Maine Two Footers. These folks are bringing it back to life on the original WW&F right-of-way.
Lisbon NY Depot Museum	Information on the former Rutland Station on the Ogdensburg Sub-Division now a museum worth visiting.

Resources and Reference Material

Railpub.com	If you are looking for back-issues of modeling or prototype magazines, this is the place.
The Antique Photo Store	Prints and sells a large variety of images made from glass negative, including railroad and other transportaion.  Look for the creamery and milk car images.
470 Railway Club	An informative monthly newsletter and a vast negative collection (from which prints can be ordered) are just two reasons to belong to the 470.
Jim Shaughnessy	The book that started it all for many of us is available again direct from the author. Jim will autograph your copy for you.
Karen's Books	Great selection, excellent prices and the ultimate in service.
Rutland Herald Mesuri Collection	Although this site contains many photos not dealing with the Rutland you will find an amazing collection of photos that are available for purchase.
Railroad History Archive	University of Connecticut archives with a lot of information on Steam and Electric locomotives as well as some other lines in the northeast.
R. Parent Railroad Photograhy	A collection of beautiful Green Mountain Flyer and Vermont Railway color photos for purchase.

The Rutland Today

Vermont Rail System	Home page of the direct descendants of the Rutland Railroad
Causeway Park Recreation Trail	A portion of the Champlain Islands Extension of the old Rutland is now a recreational trail.
Champlain Rail Trail	Provides information on the current proposal to convert the Burlington - Alburgh section of the Rutland into a rail-trail.

Modeling the Rutland

Bethlehem Car Works	BCW markets and sells the remaining stock and future releases of Rutland Car Shops.
Highball Graphics	Manufacturer of decals of interest to the Rutland modeler, in both HO and O scales. Lots of milk car decals, and more are on the way!
Jim Shaughnessy	The Rutland Road is back in print, as is Delaware & Hudson. Autographed copies are available direct from the author.
Steam Shack	Roger Dumas' hobby shop is located in --of all places-- Rutland, Vermont. Home of the exclusive HO scale Rutland PS-1 box car.
Vermont Hobby Depot	Located in Woodsville, Vermont. Lots of New England stuff.
Steve's Depot	Located in Burlington, MA, Steve's Depot is The Source for DCC components and factory-trained installation. Steve is a great guy, too!
Rutland Car Shops	RCS was the source of many rolling stock and structure kits with a Rutland theme. They are now marketed by Bethlehem Car Works.

Friends and Fellow Enthusiasts

Amherst Railway Society	Modelers, historians, preservationists and hosts of the legendary train show at West Springfield, MA each February.
Bristol S Gaugers	More than a couple devotees of the Rutland and the milk trains populate this club.
NMRO	VRS's Scott Whitney and a gang of other familiar faces are involved with this interesting and entertaining site. Check it out!

Other Railfan Sites

Dogcaught.com	This site deals mostly with the Pacific Northwest but is well worth the visit for some spectacular photography.
RailsCanada	Portal for anything that has to do with railroading and model railroading.
NMRO	VRS's Scott Whitney and a gang of other familiar faces are involved with this interesting and entertaining site. Check it out!