Preserving Memory, Inspiring Action
By Jamie Johnson, Executive Director
As May draws to a close, we’re reflecting on what this month has meant for the Historic RailPark & Train Museum—and for our community.
May is National Preservation Month, and it’s also the time we pause as a nation to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice. At the RailPark, where the 100-year-old L&N Depot once served as a hub for soldiers departing for service, these themes of remembrance and preservation are always close to our hearts.
This year, our efforts to honor and preserve history have taken on new energy—and we have exciting momentum heading into summer.
Window Restoration Campaign: Let the Light In
We’ve launched a major fundraising effort to restore over 50 historic windows in our beloved 1925 depot. Many of the metal windows are original to the building, while the wood replacements from the 1990s are now badly deteriorated—some requiring extensive repair, others full replacement.
Our goal is to raise $155,000 to complete the project and protect the depot for generations to come.
Donors who contribute $100 or more will receive a limited-edition keepsake ornament featuring a custom design of the depot—a symbol of the light you’re helping to restore.
Support the restoration campaign: 2025 Campaign
UnSeen BG Tours: Bold Stories. Hidden History.
We kicked off our inaugural spring season of UnSeen BG Tours this month—and the response has been incredible!
The brand-new Shake Rag Tour is shining a light on one of Bowling Green’s most influential African American communities, while the return of the ever-popular REAL Housewives of Bowling Green brings history to life with style, sass, and substance.
If you haven’t joined us yet, tours run on select dates through June. Come see the stories you won’t find in textbooks.
Book your UnSeen BG Tour – Tickets Here
BG Trolley Tours Are Rolling Again!
We’re also thrilled to announce that our Historic City Trolley Tours are back for the season!
Climb aboard the BG Trolley for a narrated ride through Bowling Green’s most iconic landmarks. It’s the perfect way to introduce out-of-town guests to the city—or rediscover your hometown through a new lens. With weekend availability and private bookings available, it’s an experience that fits everyone’s itinerary.
Learn more or book at www.bgtrolleytours.com
A Season of Storytelling
From walking tours to trolley rides to restoration work, everything we do this season is rooted in one goal: preserving and sharing Bowling Green’s rich and diverse history.
Thank you for being part of this journey—through your donations, attendance, and ongoing support. As May comes to a close, we’re not slowing down. In fact, we’re just picking up steam
