Bangor & Aroostook Railroad Passenger Coach Replica

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Artifact Overview

This coach replicates a typical passenger car used on American railroads circa 1860. Its varnished interior surfaces resisted dirt and stains, while its mohair-covered seats stood up to heavy use. Opening windows offered ventilation in summer, and a woodstove provided heat in winter. Other amenities included a drinking water dispenser and a small restroom.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Passenger car (Railroad car)

Date Made

1925-1928

Subject Date

1855-1865

Creator Notes

Built by Ford Motor Company at the Rouge Plant in Dearborn, Michigan.

Location

at Henry Ford Museum in Transportation - Trains

Object ID

25.80.1

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Metal
Wood (Plant material)

Color

Blue
Gold (Color)
Red
Yellow (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 160 in
Width: 114 in
Length: 593 in

Inscriptions

Across top in gold letters with red shadowing: BANGOR & AROOSTOOK. 6
Bangor & Aroostook Railroad Passenger Coach Replica