Steel Plant Museum of Western New York

The Western New York Railway Historical Society Inc, located in Buffalo, NY, is an independent organization dedicated to preserving the rich history of railways in the region. As a fully qualified 501(c)(3) organization, it welcomes donations that are tax-deductible under the Internal Revenue Code. The Society operates the Heritage Center, which serves as a hub for various historical groups, including the Steel Plant Museum and the Nickel Plate Road Historical Technical Society. Through its activities and events, the organization fosters a deeper understanding and appreciation of railway heritage in Western New York. Generated from the website

The Steel Plant Museum of Western New York was established in 1984 to preserve and document the rich history of the steelmaking industry in the region. The museum's collection primarily features artifacts from Bethlehem Steel's Lackawanna plant, along with contributions from other local companies such as Republic Steel and Hanna Furnace. Dedicated to interpreting the industrial past, present, and future, the museum houses a Reference Library that includes grievance files, contract booklets, technical papers, and catalogs related to the steel industry. Through its mission, the Steel Plant Museum aims to honor the hard-won benefits of workers and the legacy of steelmaking in Western New York. Generated from the website