Help Save the Historic Rock Island Jane Marie Railcar

The Extreme Railfan Redwood Empire Corporation (ERREC) is launching an urgent fundraising campaign to acquire and restore the historic Rock Island passenger railcar Jane Marie, built in 1947 by Pullman-Standard.

With Santa Fe 2926 now cleared for mainline testing, ERREC’s vision is to return the Jane Marie to the rails as a mobile museum, educational exhibit, and excursion railcar, capable of operating during heritage events alongside historic locomotives.

Fundraising Goal: $230,000

Funds raised will support:

Transportation of the Jane Marie to New Mexico

Inspections, permits, and regulatory compliance

Materials and preparation for restoration

Event readiness and public outreach

Without immediate action, this rare railcar could be lost forever.

Every donation — large or small — directly supports the preservation of living railroad history.

The Jane Marie Revival — One Railcar. One Chance.