Public Service Of NJ Trolley 2651 Runs For The First Time In 80 Years

On Saturday, November 14, 2026, Public Service of NJ Trolley 2651 operated at the Shore Line Trolley Museum after being in Connecticut for only two days! This car was built in 1918 and retired from service in 1946. Shortly thereafter, it was acquired to be used as a temporary residence. In 1973, it was discovered by a man named Tony Hall. He subsequently acquired the trolley, which was by then just a car body. Over the decades, it moved around New Jersey while being restored. Along the way, more parts were acquired and more support was found. Eventually, due to the lack of a historic electric traction operation in-state, it was decided to donate the car to the Shore Line Trolley Museum, where it was dedicated on this day. Mr. Hall operated the car and was present throughout the day to share its history and tell stories. The car is an astounding 50 feet 8 inches long, instantly making it one of the largest non-articulated streetcars to be operable in preservation.

All of the organizations involved are 501(c)(3) non-profits.

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https://youtu.be/CjK3GJhqdo8

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More on the history of the car from former owner North Jersey Electric Railway Historical Society:
https://www.njerhs.org/public-service-trolley-car-2651

More info on the Shore Line Trolley Museum (including how to visit & donate):
https://shorelinetrolley.org

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