The following tales are samples from the archives, the catalog, and displays of the Amberg Historical Museum.

		John Downing (1905-1998) was a key founder of the Amberg Museum and historical society. More of his tales are written in the book, John Downing's Amberg Recollections and are part of a multimedia presentation at the museum.   Originally recorded and transcribed by Florence Churchill in 1994.
Pig Iron Mike was the engineer for the "Copper Country Limited Train"

		Steam jennies operated the steam hoists.   Originally recorded and transcribed by Florence Churchill in 1994.
Amberg Granite Company Stone Shed Steam hoist at top of picture

		Originally recorded and transcribed by Florence Churchill in 1994.
Grandma Matson's Boarding House

		Mary Luczak lived near the Cedarville depot as a young girl and recalls some of her experiences with the hobos in the year 1938. Her complete interview is planned to be included in a new exhibit in the Cedarville depot that is now part of the Amberg Museum Complex.
The Cedarville Depot was located on the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul, & Pacific Railroad.