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The Wisconsin Electric Railway Historical Society, Inc. (TWERHS) is a non-profit, educational, historical
society.
Incorporated in 1967, we are dedicated to the preservation of electric railway history and promotion of present
day electric transit systems.
We are perhaps best known for our East Troy Trolley Museum, which we operated from 1972 until forced to
close in 1984. Despite our museum closing, we remain a viable and active organization.
All functions and activities are carried out by our members who volunteer their time and various talents.
Membership is open to anyone interested in supporting our goals and activities.
ARCHIVES
Through the years we have acquired hundreds of slides, photos, movies, maps and other documents related to
various electric railway systems.
These materials provide a source for research and enable us to assist others with books, magazine articles and TV
shows.
Some of these materials are also used in our public programs and our newsletter.
NEWSLETTER
Our newsletter, Wisconsin Electric Lines (LINES) is published bi-monthly. It contains news, current events and
historical information of interest to our members and supporters.
While the major focus is on Milwaukee area systems, other systems and topics are often covered.
Through the years we have received many compliments for finding and publishing tidbits of interesting information
often overlooked by larger publications.
All members receive all issues for the current membership year. In addition, new members receive copies of all
back issues we may still have on hand.
In the interest of sharing information, we also exchange newsletters with other historical societies and rail museums.
PROGRAMS
We present several programs during the winter months. These programs usually feature slide, movies or videos of
transit topics, ranging from historic films to current systems or museums. Our programs are always open to the
public, and we never charge any admission.
In addition, our members are available to present programs to other groups, such as other historical organizations,
railroad clubs, scouts, and seniors.
WEBSITE
This website is intended to present information and news to our members, supporters and visitors with an interest in
electric transit. While we try to insure all information is correct, we would appreciate knowing of any errors. In the
case of events sponsored by others, please check with the sponsors if the info is wrong.
Photos used on this site are from our collection and credit is mentioned when known. However, many have passed
through several hands before being acquired by us, and their origin may not be clear.
In the event we are using someones photo without proper credit, let us know and we will delete it or apply the
proper credit.
When preparing this site, we made several important choices:
1. Go for content rather than glitz. 2. Find a free designer and free host. 3. No annoying pop-up ads.
We thank Trainweb for hosting us, and hope that you patronize their sponsors when possible.
YAHOO GROUP
We have a group hosted by Yahoo that anyone can join. This is the ideal place to ask questions, offer comments
and share information with the other members of the group. The link is provided below.
BOOKS, FILMS & VIDEO
Our collection also includes books, slides and several 8mm and 16mm films. In order to share these films with the
public, we have transferred some to video tape. Most videos are done in-house and available on a limited basis.
Our commercially produced video, "Riding The Number 10 Line" covers Milwaukee's Route 10 Wells Streetcar
Line from downtown to West Allis and Wauwatosa. It was professionally produced by "Interurbans Films" and
was marketed by Pentrex. Unfortunately, it is now off the market. Copies might still be found at hobby shops,
railroad shows or second-hand markets.
Our first book, "Milwaukee Streetcar Notes" by Doug Krymkowski is now available. Please see the "Events and
News" page for more details.
FAN TRIPS
From time to time we sponsor fan trips on various transit systems or to area museums. These trips are open to
members, and others are welcome as space permits.
Past trips have been made to ride the Chicago Transit Authority subways and elevated lines, to ride the South
Shore Line from Chicago to South Bend, to ride the Kenosha Electric Streetcar, to visit the Fox River Trolley
Museum and the Illinois Railway Museum.
We have also chartered trips on each new type on Milwaukee County Transit System bus as they enter service.
Check the "Events and News" page for any up-coming trips.
OTHER BENEFITS
In addition to the fan trips, we also sponsor an Annual Dinner, Pizza parties and other events for members, their
families and friends.
Members may also purchase items offered from time to time at discounted rates through our concession
department. These include items produced by us, as well as books, videos and other items we can purchase
wholesale from other sources and pass the saving to our members.
SUPPORT & CONTRIBUTIONS
TWERHS is a 501(c)3 corporation. We do not receive any grants or outside funding. Our income is through
membership dues, donations, and proceeds from sales through our concession department.
Donations of materials as well as financial contributions are greatly appreciated, and are tax deductible.
MEMBERSHIPS
Our membership year runs concurrent with the calendar year. Membership is open to anyone interested in
supporting our goals and activities.
All members are encouraged to attend and participate in our programs and activities whenever possible.
We have four classes of membership.
Non-Voting
Membership is $20.00 per year. Non-Voting members receive all benefits and have all rights of membership,
except they may not vote nor hold any elected office. All new members must enter as Non-Voting. Upgrade to
Voting membership may be considered after one full year as a Non-Voting member.
Voting
Membership is $25.00 per year. Voting members receive all benefits and have all rights of membership, and in
addition, they have one vote in any matter brought before the membership, and they may hold elective office.
Complimentary
This Non-Voting membership is generally granted to supporters who have not joined, but support us through
contributions of materials to our Archives or provide photos and articles for our newsletter.
Honorary
This Non-Voting membership is generally granted to members or supporters that have made a substantial
contribution of materials, or in recognition of their many years of outstanding service to our organization or to the
transit industry.
How To Join
We are not able to accept memberships on-line at the present. If you are interested in joining, please scroll down to
the application, download it and mail it in to us.
CONTACTING US
We would like to hear from you, with your thoughts, comments, questions or suggestions. You can drop us a note
via one of the contacts below.
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Our Mailing Address Is - TWERHS - PO Box 1926 - Milwaukee, WI 53201
Our E-Mail Address Is - twerhs@yahoo.com
Our Yahoo Group Is - "twerhsgroup"
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If you would like to join us, right click on the application below (GIF Format), print it now or save it to your
files, and print it later. Fill it out and mail it to our PO Box.
Note: New members may only apply as Non-Voting. Present members may renew as Non-Voting or Voting.
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