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The
Gulf Wind Chapter is the Northwest Florida affiliate of the National Railway
Historical Society, an organization dedicated to the preservation and
promotion of our country's railroad history and heritage. The chapter
was formed in 1973 by a small group of Tallahassee residents who shared
an interest in railroad history and railroading. The chapter is named
for the Seaboard Air Line Railroad's Gulf Wind passenger train
that provided service for many years between Jacksonville and New Orleans.
Gulf
Wind members stay busy with a wide range of events and activities. The
group operates several restored motorcars or "speeders" and
participates in motorcar events. The organization is also responsible
for the ongoing renovation of the historic depot in nearby Lloyd, FL --
which is Florida's oldest remaining railroad station.
Gulf Wind Chapter, P.O. Box 3464, Tallahassee, Florida
32315-3464
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| The Gulf
Wind Chapter meets in Tallahassee at 7 p.m. on the fourth Monday
of each month from September to May.
Calendar of Events>>
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| There's
nothing quite like riding the rails on a vintage motorcar, seeing
the countryside from the railroader's point of view. Gulf Wind members
bring back great photos and some memorable stories from these events.
Photo Album>>
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| Included
on the National Register of Historic Places, the Lloyd Depot has
a fascinating past dating back to 1858 when the community was a
major shipping link for agricultural products from throughout the
region.
Lloyd Depot Project>> |
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