The Ties That Bind: Railroading in NEPA
June 21 - July 28, 2023
In partnership with the Back Mountain Railroad Club, this art exhibition focuses on the historical significance of the Lehigh Valley Railroad, which stretched from Buffalo, New York, to New York City, New York, during its run from 1846 to 1976.
This exhibit features train-themed photography and artwork by regional artists, including Bloomsburg-based artist Oren B. Helbok. On display will be a model train layout of Dallas Borough and surrounding areas of the Back Mountain from the late 1930's through the late 1940's.
Gallery
View of model train with art in background
Oren B. Helbok
Reading & Northern No. 425
Peacock’s Lock Bridge, Reading, Pa.
7 October 2017
Bob McCormick
After the Coal Rush
2018-19
Acrylic and minerals
Sue Hand
Blown Away By Wind
2023
Oil on canvas
Daniel Troy
Norfolk Southern Lehigh Valley Heritage Unit
2013
Photograph
Matthew Hinton
Rails near Old Forge
2023
Film Photography
Eric Williams
A Reenactor Strikes a Pose at Steamtown
2017
Photograph
Behind the scenes: Installing the model railroad
The story behind Oren's "Peacock's Lock" photo
Events
Wednesday, June 21, 5:00pm-7:00pm
MU's Ticket To Ride Game Night
Thursday, July 13, 2:30-4:30pm
Chasing the Train: Artist-led Cellphone Workshop
Thursday, July 13, 5:00-7:00pm
Artist Reception
Meet some of the artists featured in the exhibition! The University Welcome will be given by Joe Curran, Ph.D., Professor and Chair of Religious Studies; Director, Medical and Health Humanities Program; Associate Director, Honors Program, and Train Enthusiast!
Live piano music by Dean Mastrangelo.