McMenamins and Troutdale Historical Society present
History Pub

Railroads Along the Columbia River: 215 Years of Transportation
Presented by T. Trent Stetz

All ages welcome

Since the 1850s, the railroads along the Columbia River have driven tourism, immigration, and economic growth, moving people and goods swiftly alongside the “Big River.” Author T. Trent Stetz will explore the history of transportation along the 85-mile-long Columbia River Gorge, from its very first rail lines, to major construction projects in the early 1900s, to the operations of today.

T. Trent Stetz has served as editor and frequent contributor to the National Railway Society’s newsletter for the Pacific Northwest Chapter over the past twelve years. Stetz grew up with a rail museum in his grandparents’ backyard, fueling a lifelong interest in the history of railroads and technology. For the past 20 years as a Portlander, he has been researching and writing about Oregon’s transportation history. Stetz is a retired physicist and currently a board member of the Antique Powerland Museum Association in Brooks, Oregon.

Monday, March 10th 2025
Doors at 6pm / Program at 7pm
Tickets $5  
Blackberry Hall - McMenamins Edgefield
2126 SW Halsey, Troutdale, Oregon 97060