Most folks think operating the museum takes fuel, maintenance on equipment and money to purchase and restore more.  While that is true, a lot of money is actually spent on more mundane, yet equally important expenses such as cleaning, office, and restroom supplies, utility bills, etc.  Think of the items that are required to run your typical household.  We use them too, just in greater quantities!  When shopping, if you see a particular item that the museum uses, please consider picking up extra and donating it to the museum.  Even such simple items as light bulbs and copy paper are used frequently at the museum, and when we have to purchase these items, that means we have less money to spend on  "railroad" expenses.  Below is a list of items the museum uses regularly or needs to enhance our day to day operations.