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Episode 4: South Florida Railway Museum

Join Christie as she explores the South Florida Railway Museum (SFRM). SFRM President Bob Leonard and Treasurer Alan Chesler give a tour of the museum and model trains located in the 100 year old Historic Train Station located in Deerfield Beach, Florida. We also have a chance encounter with Charles Hunter, Sr. the local Amtrak ticket agent. Learn about railroad history and model train construction. It’s a cool whistle stop for train enthusiasts of all ages!

Episode 3: The Caboose

In today's episode, we get a tour of the 1951 Seaboard Air Line Caboose located in downtown Deerfield Beach, Florida. All aboard!

Episode 2: The Big Reveal of a 1953 Time Capsule

Join Christie at the 100th Birthday Celebration of the Historic Butler House for the Big Reveal of the 1953 time capsule found at Deerfield Beach Elementary. Learn about the history of the school from Historical Society Board Member, Judi Stanich. Hear about the school in the 1950s from former student, Ed Deitrich, Jr. And finally, the Big Reveal with Historical Society Board Member, Jeff Fisk. Listen to find out how you might be able to solve the mystery of this historical relic!

Episode 1: The Historic Butler House

Join Christie as she explores the 100 year old Butler House in Deerfield Beach Florida. This heritage sight tour is led by historian Jen Shaver with a chance encounter with the restoration project manager, Ed Deitrich, Jr. Both Jen and Ed are Deerfield Beach Historical Society Board Members with tons of cool facts and information on the Historic Butler House. You'll want to plan your own visit after listening!