Photography by Dr. Frederick J. Ripley, PO Box 21491, Columbus, OH 43221, 614-949-2056fjripley68@gmail.com

Entitled ’20 ’20 VISIONS: 100 YEARS OF WEST VIRGINIA RAILROADING, it features 27 of Ripley’s photographs

April 30 – October 30, 2021, at the West Virginia Railroad Museum in Elkins West Virginia Railroad Museum 2 Railroad Avenue Elkins, WV 26241 304-637-4810

OPEN 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM FRIDAYS, SATURDAYS, & SUNDAYS STARTING APRIL 30

The West Virginia Railroad Museum is pleased to present the work of nationally acclaimed railroad photographer Dr. Frederick J. Ripley as the centerpiece of their exhibit for the 2021 season. Entitled ’20 ’20 VISIONS: 100 YEARS OF WEST VIRGINIA RAILROADING, it features 27 of Ripley’s dramatic images taken throughout West Virginia and the surrounding region, all enlarged to 20” x 30” and framed under glass, accompanied by detailed caption information. All of Ripley’s photos are for sale, and all sales benefit the West Virginia Railroad Museum. The exhibit also includes a fascinating selection of older photos, maps from various eras, and detailed interpretive text panels. The museum is on the upper level of the historic Darden Mill building, a beautifully restored venue in this former railroad town. Staff and volunteers have worked tirelessly to create a safe environment, with frequent cleaning and sanitizing. Don’t miss this exciting exhibit about railroading in the Mountain State!