It was built in 1966. These cars were used to haul coal, which was unloaded by simply opening the doors under the car, pouring the coal into a bin or pile, underneath a trestle. This Louisville and Nashville Railroad camp car was donated by Levand Steel Company. Then or now, small towns could not accommodate this many men at one time. The work train would also have a kitchen car and dining car.
Some railroads still use camp cars but others have changed to highway house trailers.
It is thought this car housed a two man welding crew. Although its condition is daunting the museum will rebuild this car. Inc. It was built in 1951. The side doors and freight compartment make this a very unusual caboose. The windows of the unused cupola have been covered by steel plates by the railroad.