Welcome to the
Southern Pacific Historical
& Technical Society
We are dedicated to preserving and disseminating the historical record of the Southern Pacific Railroad and its affiliates. We support railfanning, industrial archeology and accurate scale modeling of this great pioneer railroad of the western United States.
Everyone is welcome to join the Society and share member benefits, which include the excellent quarterly journal TRAINLINE, an informative quarterly newsletter, an exciting annual convention, and the opportunity to serve other dedicated Southern Pacific fans and modelers.
Baywindow Mercantile features an extensive variety of widely praised and highly informative books on SP history, operations, and equipment. The store also offers back issues of Trainline and a convenient way to apply for or renew membership in the society.
Just In! Southern Pacific Depots in California by Stephen M. Hayes photos, photos, 260 pages. Click here to order!
Special Offer! No shipping charges for US customers on the Society's popular RTR bulkhead flat car! Click here for info. Foreign orders contact the business office for a reduced rate!
Photos! Photos! Photos! Don't forget the Society still has photos from the Harold Stewart Collection for sale. Click here for info and ordering.
On the Lineup... Passenger Cars Volume 5 - Lounge, Dome & Parlor Cars expected April 2012 and Southern Pacific Railroad in Texas and Louisiana expected August 2012.
NEW — check the recent updates on the Convention & Archive pages.
Flash!
Available Now at the Company Store!
Pacific Electric and the Growth of the San Fernando Valley by David Coscia240 pages, 300 photos including 16 pages of color images. The book covers the men behind the line, the early history, the demise, and a chapter on its freight history including the "island" at San Fernando. A must have for SP and PE fans alike. Click here to order!
The San Ramon Branch of the Southern Pacific Railroad by Irma M. Dotson
The society is pleased to offer The San Ramon Branch Line of the Southern Pacific by Irma M. Dotson. The line served Contra Costa County from 1891 until 1978. Years of research have produced this handsome and enjoyable history which includes 126 photos, an SP alignment map and station plats. Follows the early development of the line through its abandonment. Click here to order!
