Amtrak Merchandise

Passengers and fans of Amtrak could express their appreciation of America’s Railroad through a selection of branded gifts and travel accessories. These were promoted in Amtrak’s timetables from the early 1980s, as well as separate brochures, as shown below.

"Unique Gift Items that Help Make Travel and Leisure More Fun!" | February 1, 1981 National Timetable

Listing of Amtrak merchandise and gift items

John A. Swider Timetable Collection

"Gifts & Travel Accessories." | April 25, 1982 National Timetable

Amtrak gifts and travel accessories advertistement showing two people holding Amtrak merchandise

John A. Swider Timetable Collection

"America's Getting Into Training" | c. 1981

Photographs of Amtrak Gifts from gift brochure including toteebags, frisbees, scarves, and pens.

William R. Hough Collection

"Gifts & Travel Accessories" | April 5, 1987 National Timetable

Amtrak Gifts & Travel Accessories advertisement with Amtrak merchandise including a beach towel, luggage tags, and a hat

William R. Hough Collection

More Information

Items in the exhibit are housed at Northwestern University’s Transportation Library. Email transportationlibrary@northwestern.edu with questions, or to schedule an appointment.