For their 40th Anniversary, Amtrak has put together a special train with displays of photos, uniforms, china, and memorabilia from
America’s Railroad℠ while also offering a glimpse into the future. If you know what a P-40 Locomotive is, or want to try Sleeper 10020 (named Pacific Bend) on for size, here is your chance. Click on "Equipment History" on their web site to see all the cars that will be on display.http://www.amtrak40th.com/exhibit-train/stops/wilmington-de This website also lists other locations scheduled for this exhibit.
(Photo at right taken of Amtrak conductor in the over 100 year old Wilmington DE train station signaling the engineer that it's time to depart.)
There will be an area for kids called Chuggington Depot, a dedicated play space for young train enthusiasts including a variety of fun, hands-on activities including a Chuggington photo opportunity, play tables, story time, and Chuggington screenings (I had to look this up--see http://insider.chuggingtonstore.com/?p=966 )
Dates: March 31 - April 1, 2012
Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Place: Wilmington DE Biden Station
100 South French Street
Wilmington, DE 19801
If you want to learn more about the history of this historic train station designed by Frank Furness, please visit http://www.friendsoffurness.org/ and stop by and visit the Friends of Furness at the celebration, where we will have a table.
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