Pullman Company Collection

Uniform cap worn by Pullman Porter Philip Henry Logan, 1966. Creator: Unknown
A black cap with metallic braid trim and a label reading PULLMAN PORTER in black. Being a Pullman porter was one of the jobs that helped build the black middle class in America

Passengers dining in a Pullman parlour railway car, 1882. Creator: Unknown
Passengers dining in a Pullman parlour railway car, 1882

The kitchen of a Pullman car, 1882. Creator: Unknown
The kitchen of a Pullman car, 1882

Painted Panel from Pullman Car Interior, c. 1939. Creator: Wayne White
Painted Panel from Pullman Car Interior, c. 1939

Pullman Porter Man, c.1770-1959 (print)
3673246 Pullman Porter Man, c.1770-1959 (print) by Jerome H. Remick & Co. (early 20th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois

Pullman Coach, c. 1940. Creator: Perkins Harnly
Pullman Coach, c. 1940

Photographic postcard of Pullman Porter, Omer Ester and his wife Jean, ca. 1930s
Black-and-white photographic postcard that was never stamped and mailed but has written in pencil on the back the name " Omer Ester"

Uniform vest and trousers owned by Pullman Porter Robert Thomas, ca. 1920
A Pullman Porter uniform owned by Robert Jackson Thomas. Being a Pullman porter was one of the jobs that helped build the black middle class in America

Uniform owned by Pullman Porter Robert Thomas, ca. 1920
A Pullman Porter uniform jacket and trousers owned by Robert Jackson Thomas. Being a Pullman porter was one of the jobs that helped build the black middle class in America

Uniform cap owned by Pullman Porter Robert Thomas, ca. 1920
A Pullman Porter uniform cap owned by Robert Jackson Thomas. Being a Pullman porter was one of the jobs that helped build the black middle class in America

Metal bottle opener carried by Robert Thomas, ca. 1920. Creator: Unknown
Bottle opener attached to metal clip. One side of opener has the words: " SAPOLIN ENAMELS, GILDINGS & STAINS". Opposite side has the words: " SAPOLIN DECORATES YOUR HOME BEST"

Shoehorn carried by Pullman Porter Robert Thomas, ca. 1920. Creator: Unknown
Metal shoehorn with one end flat while the other end is concave. One end of the tool has the word " DOBSON" imprinted on the one side

Hole punch used by Pullman porter Thomas McCord, 1940s. Creator: Unknown
Machine for punching tickets used by African-American porter Thomas McCord on the Pullman railway service. Being a Pullman porter was one of the jobs that helped build the black middle class in

Photographic postcard of Pullman Porter, T. R. Joseph, ca. 1930s. Creator: Unknown
Black-and-white photographic postcard that was never stamped and mailed but has written in pencil on the back the name " T.R. Joseph". The image on the postcard is of Pullman Porter, T.R

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The Pullman Company was a pioneer in luxury train travel, providing unparalleled service and comfort to passengers during the golden age of railroads. From its iconic sleeper cars to its renowned dining cars, Pullman set the standard for elegance and sophistication on the rails. The company's dedication to customer satisfaction made it a favorite among travelers, who marveled at the impeccable attention to detail and top-notch amenities provided by Pullman staff. With its distinctive red-and-gray livery and trademarked logo, the Pullman Company became synonymous with first-class travel across America. Though no longer in operation today, the legacy of the Pullman Company lives on in the memories of those who experienced its exceptional service firsthand.