45th Annual KCSHS Convention

DeQuincy, Louisiana - June 5-6, 2026

Join us in DeQuincy for a weekend of history, railroading, and fellowship with fellow Kansas City Southern enthusiasts.

Registration is open! Online sign-up is now available and preferred for the 2026 convention.
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  • LocationDeQuincy, Louisiana
  • DatesFriday-Saturday, June 5-6, 2026
  • SundayOptional activity may be added
  • Contactkcshs@kcshs.org

Convention Highlights

  • Friday evening program with member presentations, the model and photo contest, and the annual business meeting
  • Railfan and photography opportunities in DeQuincy
  • Visit to the historic Beauregard Museum depot in DeRidder, Louisiana
  • Lunch currently planned in DeRidder
  • Saturday evening banquet at the DeQuincy Railroad Museum, with a planned speaker from the CPKC Heritage Program

Need-to-Know Now

  • Online registration is now available.
  • Mail-in registration will also be offered.
  • Hotel rooms are limited – please book early.
  • Schedule is tentative and may receive minor adjustments.

Registration

Registration is open!

Online registration is preferred and helps us process registrations more efficiently.

Register Online

Prefer to register by mail? You may download and print the 2026 mail-in registration form (PDF).

For full details, including contest rules and additional information, see the convention information and cover letter (PDF).

Questions may be sent to kcshs@kcshs.org.

Member$65
Non-member
includes 1-year membership$95
Spouse$65
Children 13+$65
Children 2-12$10
Children under 2Free

Please register by May 29, 2026 to ensure banquet meal availability. Late registrations are welcome, but meals may not be guaranteed.

Hotel Information

Convention Hotel

Heritage Place Hotel & Suites
1028 E. Fourth Street
DeQuincy, LA 70633
Phone: 337-786-2919

Mention “Kansas City Southern Historical Society” to receive the group rate of $231.50 total, including tax, for both nights.

Rooms are limited, so please book early.

Sunday

Optional activity possible

We may add an optional Sunday activity. Please check back for updates as plans are finalized.

Schedule

Schedule at a glance

Schedule subject to minor adjustments.

Friday - June 5, 2026

4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Sign-in and badge pickup
6:45 PM
Welcome and opening remarks
7:00 PM
Annual business meeting, member presentations, and show-and-tell
Location: DeQuincy Railroad Museum
10:30 PM
Return to hotel

Saturday - June 6, 2026

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Coffee and breakfast
Location: The Grind Central Station
9:00 AM
Board of Directors meeting
10:00 AM
Fellowship and rail photography opportunities
11:15 AM
Lunch currently planned in DeRidder
12:30 PM
Travel to DeRidder
Carpooling encouraged.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Tour of Beauregard Museum Depot
Location: DeRidder, Louisiana
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Fellowship and rail photography
6:00 PM
Annual banquet
Location: DeQuincy Railroad Museum
7:00 PM
Slideshow and evening program

Locations

Important locations

DeQuincy Railroad Museum

400 Lake Charles Avenue
DeQuincy, LA 70633

The Grind Central Station

302 E. Fourth Street
DeQuincy, LA 70633

Beauregard Museum / DeRidder Depot

120 S. Washington Street
DeRidder, LA 70634

Contact

Questions?

Kansas City Southern Historical Society
kcshs@kcshs.org