All Aboard! Collinsville Set To Restore One Of The Last 1915 Cabooses In The World

Collinsville is restoring a historic 1915 caboose to boost tourism and educate students about railroad history, with funding from a bingo fundraiser organized by local groups.

Friday, October 11th 2024, 7:23 am

By: Jonathan Polasek, News On 6

COLLINSVILLE, Okla. -

The city of Collinsville is restoring an important piece of its history — a caboose built in 1915, one of the last of its kind in the world.

City officials hope the restoration will draw tourists to Collinsville and serve as an educational tool for local students.

“We envisioned bringing kids from local schools out and giving tours, educating them about railroad history,” said Collinsville City Manager Chuck Ralls.

To help fund the restoration, the Collinsville American Legion and Collinsville Historical Society are hosting a bingo fundraiser on Saturday.

Proceeds will go toward the cost of materials for the project.