ALL - History of the Columbus, Delaware, and Marion Railway

ALL - Adult Lifelong Learning

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History of the Columbus, 
Delaware, and Marion Railway
Tuesday, October 22 & 29 at 10:00 am

Session One: In the early 19th century, Ohio communities were connected by electrically powered trains called interurban railroads. The Columbus, Delaware, and Marion Railway (or CD&M) operated between 1903 and 1933, transporting passengers and freight between Columbus, Delaware, Marion, Worthington, and Bucyrus, Ohio. It also provided local streetcar service in Marion and Delaware. In this class, Mr. Brashares will provide a historical overview of the CD&M in pictures and words.

Session Two: The 1902-built Marion Union Station currently serves as a railroad museum, event venue, and train-watching spot. More than 100 trains pass by Union Station daily, making it a must-see for train enthusiasts. The Station showcases an impressive collection of memorabilia and the Atlantic Crossing Tower, which was once the main switching facility for the Erie Railroad, Marion Division. The unusual nature of the station is that it is located between two diamond crossovers. A station volunteer will give a tour of the museum and answer questions the group might have.
Takes place at:
Marion Union Station
532 W Center St, Marion, OH 43302

This 1hr course is led by:
Jeffrey R. Brashares was born in Mansfield and graduated from the University of Akron with a degree in Transportation. He has had a long and successful career in the transportation industry and co-owned the Intermodal Transportation Company, which was later purchased by Pacer International, where he worked as an executive. He currently serves as director of Domestic Intermodal Sales for CMA-CGM in Norfolk, Virginia.