Help CVHS save this one-of-a-kind extant baggage cart!
Chatham Village Historical Society owns a vintage wooden baggage cart, which was generously donated by Fred Freidel from his former Driftwood Railroad Museum. The cart was used at Union Station here in Chatham, and may even be one of the ones pictured here!
Due to its age, the baggage cart’s condition is rapidly degrading. We humbly as the community for support in restoring this valuable piece of Chatham’s history to original condition.
Pitkin Co. Refinishers has generously agreed to assist us in restoring this invaluable piece of local history. This effort will cost just under $3,500.
Can you help us safeguard this piece of Chatham history? Donate here, mail a check made out to “Chatham Village Historical Society” to PO Box 270, Chatham NY 12037 (please include a note re: baggage cart), or visit us at one of our events to discuss sponsoring part of this restoration.
The baggage cart currently:
So far we’re raised $1831 of a $3500 target! Thank you for your support!