Bellefonte Historical Railroad Society

Established 1984, we are an all volunteer organization dedicated to teaching and preserving the railroading heritage of Bellefonte and Centre County, Pennsylvania

About us

Experience scenic train rides along Centre County’s historic mainline. Learn about the history while riding vintage railroad equipment.

Train Rides

Speeder Rides

Experience riding a rail motor car (speeder) through various locations during our partnered organizations events.

We are always looking for folks of all skill levels and experience to join us, no railroading experience necessary!

Membership

BHRS Buzz


Which member has traveled the farthest to help keep BHRS on track? Rich Poletto! While residing in Sayre, Pennsylvania (practically in New York), Rich regularly made five hour round trips to Bellefonte to work on the Lemont track, staff the ticket desk, work on the RDCs and help with any other project…

Volunteer Spotlight

This year a handful of our members plan to represent the Bellefonte Historical Railroad Society in the annual Grange Fair Parade…

We’ll see you at the Fair!