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- Book Review: America’s Great Railroad Stations by Peter Strauss III, Ed Breslin, and Hugh Van DusenReview of Penguin Group's new release America’s Great Railroad Stations by Peter Strauss III, Ed Breslin, and Hugh Van Dusen
Kate Shelley Crawls Across the Railroad Bridge and Saves the Midnight ExpressKate Shelley had to crawl across the trestle bridge above the rampaging Des Moines River and flag down the Chicago and Northwestern Railroad's Midnight Express before it fell into the river below. Could she stop it in time?
Cincinnati's National Underground Railroad Freedom CenterLearn about a great weekend getaway during African American History Month.- How to Cancel Railway TicketsCanceling railway tickets and getting a refund or credit is not difficult, if you know the steps to take.
What was the Underground Railroad?Over 100,000 escaped slaves traveled along the underground railroad to freedom. The underground railroad was actually a system of safe houses stretching for thousands of miles from the south all the way up to Canada. Find out more about the underground r
Grand Funk Railroad's Captain Mark Farner Raps with Ray ShashoHippiefest cruises into Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater on Saturday August 27th with a Groovy stage lineup of Legendary Classic Rock Musicians.- Magical Model RailroadLose yourself in a miniature world of magical model trains. The Osoyoos Desert Model Railroad is a wonderful way to entertain children of all ages.
Golden Spike National Historic SiteMay 10, 1869 is one of the most significant dates in American history, yet most of us don't know why. It was the day the Union Pacific and Central Pacific Railroads joined their rails and completed the nation's first transcontinental railroad!- Choo! Choo! for the Chicago and Alton Railroad DepotIf you live in the Greater Kansas City area, you'll be surprised at the multitude of free and economical attractions. The Chicago and Alton Railroad Depot in Independence is one such place.
- Excerpt from the PsalmistI remember those first recordings. Those first recordings I heard of him. What his voice made me feel. The richness of the patterns'"the range of it...
Arizona's Other Grand Canyon and Railroad ExperienceThe Verde Canyon Railroad (RR) is a unique excursion of natural beauty and history, also known as Arizona's Other Grand Canyon, appreciated only as a ticketed passenger.
Model Railroad Clubs. Why Should I Enroll with One?Many model railroaders (or as they are called in the UK, railway modellers) don't belong to either a local model railroad club or an online model train club. Is this a wise decision? What are the benefits or otherwise of joining a model railway club?
Grand Funk Railroad: All the Girls in the World Beware 1975 Concert TourIt was 36 years ago, February 2, 1975. A light wind and drizzling rain chilled the evening air. Hundreds of excited people flooded the doors of the Charlotte Coliseum to see Grand Funk Railroad perform.
How to Make Model Train Trees and BushesLearn how to make model train trees and bushes. Enjoy creating your own model railroad scenery and save a bunch of money in the process.- Clinton Hill Church a Stop on the Underground RailroadClinton Hill's own Lafayette Presbyterian Church was a stop on the Underground Railroad
Class Projects in Government: A Senior High School ExerciseThe new semester is starting. You want to make a difference. Challenge students while getting the concept of responsible citizenship and government fixed in their mind.
Black History Month Exhibits: African American Museum of the Arts in DeLand, FloridaWhat follows is a brief history of the use of quilts during the era of the Underground Railroad as well as what visitors to the museum can expect.- Calling Model Train Enthusiasts - Family Fun Day at Birmingham Museum and ParkI don't know what it is about Christmas and model trains, but they go together. Dad used to set up a Christmas village and Lionel train around the tree. Model railroad enthusiasts should visit the Birmingham Historical Museum for train fun.
Take a Ride with 'The Fugitive': The Great Smoky Mountain Railroad of Dillsboro, North Carolina Provides Exclusive Look at Train WreckA major portion of the 1993 blockbuster movie "The Fugitive", directed by Andrew Davis, starring Harrison Ford as Dr Richard Kimble and Tommy Lee Jones as US Marshall Samuel Gerard, was filmed in and around Sylva, North Carolina, our home town.
Day With Thomas at Strasburg RailroadFind information and tips regarding the popular Day with Thomas at Strasburg Railroad
Unusual Lodging in America: Two Railroad Themed Places to Spend the NightThe purpose of this article is to shine a brief spotlight onto two railroad themed, American based, lodging establishments that rail fans and curiosity seekers alike will surely adore.- The Conquest of Distance (Part1)In 1848, pioneers who crossed the continent in their covered wagons made the trip in 109 days'"if they were fortunate and strong.
- Experience the Polar ExpressThe Polar Express is a classic book that has become a tradition for many families. Numerous scenic trains now offer "Polar Express" train rides. Use this guide to find one near you and create memories that your children will cherish for years.
Missouri Scenic Railroad Guide: Enjoy the Beauty of the Ozarks While Riding the RailFour Missouri scenic railway routes give travelers a unique perspective of the sights, sounds and history of the Midwest.- Ride the Rails Aboard the East Troy Electric Railroad in Souteastern WisconsinIf you like trains, then you will love to ride the rails in East Troy, Wisconsin.
Discover Railroad History at the Wilmington Railroad Museum in North CarolinaExplore historic railroad exhibits and touring antique railroad cars at the Wilmington Railroad Museum in Wilmington, North Carolina.
Roy Barnes Tells North Georgia Voters He Will Be Railroading AgainWith the railroad as a backdrop behind him, Roy Barnes proceeded to unveil his real agenda for Georgia less than a week from "B" day (Barnes' "business as usual" day). Roy said he was going to attempt to railroad Georgia voters one more time!
Model Railroading: Backing Beetle Animation WiringA color coded wiring diagram to follow "Model Railroad: Backing Automobile Animation" on this same site.
Virginia & Truckee Railroad McKeen Motor Car #22 Runs Again in Carson City, NVThe Nevada State Railroad Museum has restored the former V & T RR McKeen Motor Car #22 to operating condition. McKeen Motor Car Company built 150 of these cars in the early 20th Century and this is the only operating example still in existence.
Model Railroading: Backing Automobile AnimationIn this animated layout scene, a VW Beetle slowly backs out of a garage and down a driveway, then reverses itself.
Fruitland Park, Florida: A Trivia QuizFruitland Park, a small Florida city that boasts a state park, was the scene of various endeavors by its settlers, some more successful than others.
Model Railroading: A What-On-Earth-Is-It Locomotive!Buying an old motorized Lionel unit in a hobby store sparked the building of one of a very strange locomotive.
Model Railroading: Doubling a BuildingMany large prepackaged buildings can be cut in half and used as backdrops or along narrow streets.
Connecticut Railroad Museum Train RidesThree Connecticut museums provide an exciting glimpse into the recent past with restored train stations, railroad exhibits and train excursions.- City Square Cafe in Manassas, Virginia: Classy Establishment Next to the RailroadThe City Square Cafe in Manassas, VA, is a small restaurant perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a romantic dinner. Its located right next to the VRE/Norfolk Southern tracks, and in historic old town.
- Book Review - Nothing like it in the World by Stephen E. AmbroseNothing Like It in the World by Stephen E. Ambrose tells the story of the building of America's transcontinental railroad in the nineteenth century, and the fulfillment of a decades-old dream to link America from Atlantic to Pacific Ocean.
- America and Transportation: Railroads and HighwaysDrawing on parallels between the railroad industry (1850-1950) and the motor industry (1900-2000), this essay uses four secondary sources to argue that the most important effect of the railroads was the dominance of the "highway-motor complex."
Duluth Scenic Railroad, Simple but RelaxingAn overview of the Duluth Scenic Railroad Excursion and Lake Superior Railroad Museum.
Train Rides, Railroad Exhibits and Train Shops in Jim Thorpe, PennsylvaniaThe historic village of Jim Thorpe in the Pocono Mountains of Northeastern Pennsylvania has become a draw for railroad buffs with the creation of the Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway.
Railroad Vs. Canal: Transportation Battles in America's Antebellum EraTwo major Maryland public works projects working in 1820-1850 competed viciously to be the dominant transportation technology for the new American "West": the Ohio River.
