The first cabooses were basic sheds built on top of flat cars, but they evolved over time into more sophisticated models that offered better visibility and comfort for the crew. Its purpose was to house and provide a workspace for the crew responsible for monitoring the train from the rear and reporting any issues to the crew at the front. What is a Caboose?Ī caboose is a historic and iconic railroad car that was attached at the end of freight trains. Today, the caboose serves as a unique and fascinating piece of history, showcasing the important role that cabooses played in the railroad industry.
The caboose was officially opened with a ribbon-cutting ceremony in October of 2022. The move was financed by the Worthington AM Rotary Club, and the caboose was relocated to McCord Park in January of 2019. In December 2018, the Rutherford family donated the caboose to the City of Worthington to serve as the centerpiece of the train-observation platform as part of the McCord Park renovations. The caboose was well maintained during its time at the residence and quickly became a local landmark. It was retired in Newark, Ohio, in March of 1967, and was purchased by the Rutherford family in August of that year.Īfter acquiring the caboose, the Rutherford family moved it to their property in Upper Arlington and renumbered it to C1114 to match their street address.
In the 1960s, the caboose was found working in various locations in Ohio, including Chillicothe, Cincinnati, and Zanesville. It was one of 134 cars built to the B&O's I-1A caboose design. Grab your friends and family, mark your calendars, and come join us for some fun on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month! Month | DateĢ023 Caboose Schedule Our Caboose: 100 Years of HistoryĬaboose C1411 was originally built in October of 1923 for the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad, at their car manufacturing shops in Washington, Indiana. Great news! We are excited to announce The Train Observation Station, will be open for tours beginning this Spring! From April through October, on the second and fourth Saturdays from 1 pm to 3 pm, visitors are invited to come to McCord Park, check out the Caboose and learn all about the fascinating history of trains and railroads.
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