Railroadiana unltd: Trains of Today & Yesteryear - Railwayana for Railfans!
This macro photo of a train's engine/locomotive "picking up steam" was taken by photographer Rodolfo Clix of Sao Paulo, Brazil.
Showcasing Trains - Yesterday and Today - for Those Who Love to Collect Train Memorabilia (aka Railroadiana) and Those Who Still Love to Ride the Rails!
Find Railroad Collectibles and related Resources. Connect and Interact with those who share your interest in Railway Memorabilia.
Below you'll find Merchants and Products which speak to the topic of this site and which, in keeping with our mission as The Web's Concierge, have been carefully chosen and individually screened for your shopping ease and pleasure. They are not paid ads, but rather companies with whom we have selectively chosen to partner. We do earn a referral fee if you find something you like or need and purchase it. We have striven to bring you the "best in breed" companies ... those that: we like, our friends like, have great sites and service, have good online reviews, positive consumer reports, and are family friendly. Keep us posted with regards to your own personal experiences with them.
You may be surprised at companies that have not been included. The "noisiest" in the marketplace are not always the best. We have chosen 1) newer innovative companies that are performing well and garnering respect in their respective niches as well as 2) "Main Street" companies that have been reliably getting the job done for decades ... in some cases centuries. Our oldest partner, thus far, has been in business since 1819! That's staying power.
Rest assured, if we've included a certain vendor in a site's line-up, there's a very specific reason for it. You may have to hunt and poke a bit, but it'll be well worth the effort. Enjoy the adventure!
Merchants
The Leader of the Pack
Classic Trains: A publication celebrating the "golden years" of North American railroading - the 1920s to the late 1970s. Featuring the proud steam giants, colorful streamliners, great passenger terminals, down-home local trains, and timeworn cabooses. You'll experience captivating photography and recollections of railroaders and train watchers. (Quarterly)
Customer Favorites:
Amazon: One of the planet's most mind-boggling arrays of goods. First came the books. Now they've added every other product on the planet. The ultimate in selection and convenience across multiple categories.
Antique Trader Magazine: A fabulous resource if you're into antiques ... you'll find comprehensive and right up to the moment articles, columns, and features about antiques and collectibles; a collector Q & A column; a national directory for "live" antique shopping as well as an Internet directory; antique show and auction calendars; book reviews; coverage of industry news and events; dealer and collector profiles; and so much more. Additionally, you'll have access to a forum for thousands of buy and sell ads in 75 categories where collectors and dealers can buy, sell, or trade their collectibles. A real industry favorite and the issues are "keepers".
Art+Auction: The leading international authority on investing in fine art, antiques, and other collectible objects and an independent source of knowledge and analysis. Written for the serious collector, the magazine provides the latest news and insider intelligence on the art market, investigates key trends, and showcases the artists who drive the industry. A Blouin publication.
Art.com: If you love Art ... any kind of art, any subject ... you're gonna love this site. It's a feast for the senses. You can browse by subject, genre, artist, room to be decorated, and even color palate. Once you've found the image you've been looking for and/or can't live without, then you have multiple product types to choose from ... there's even a great selection of wall tapestries. You'll have fun here ... no matter your special interests or current decorating mission. Their tag line says it all: "Find Your Art, Love Your Space."
HistoricRail: A wonderful resource for those who celebrate the role of trains and the railroad in the making of America. You'll find everything from conductors' hats and model trains to books and prints.
Model Railroader: The magazine dedicated to the passionate model railroader. You'll find tips to make building your layout easier than ever, step-by-step modeling projects, reviews of the best model railroad products available today, and full-color photographs of the best model railroads in the world!
Target.com: This favorite shopping destination has become one of the Web's 5 top favorite places to shop ... the company has worked its way into the Fortune 50. They've really covered all the bases when it comes to customers' "wants and likes".
The New York Times Online Store: Great Gifts born from a legendary newspaper's archives. You'll be amazed at the possibilities here! Plan to spend the afternoon. The archives are just the beginning ... there's signed sports memorabilia, fine paintings, antiquarian books,, etc. The breadth and quality of inventory is stupefying!!
Trains: A favorite magazine of railroad enthusiasts ... filled with industry insider information and award-winning photography. You'll experience the power, history, and drama of America's "railroading" past, follow the trajectory of present railroads, and enjoy rail news and articles focused on what the future holds for trains and the railroad industry.
