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Join Historic Pullman Foundation for its annual Pullman Railroad Days, taking place at Pullman National Historical Park May 20-21. This weekend-long celebration will have something for train enthusiasts, national park fanatics, families, and everyone between

In partnership with Metra, and the American Association of Private Railroad Car Owners, visitors will be able to explore historic Pullman rail cars from different eras at the 111th Street/Pullman Metra Electric station over the weekend. Included are the 1923 New York Central 3, the 1950 Royal Street Observation car, and the 1949 Colonial Crafts.

Pullman Railroad Days is a mix of free events and single-ticket entry access to some sites. Ticket holders get to enjoy…

— Grand opening of Historic Pullman Foundation’s 50th anniversary with their time capsule exhibit From Wrecking Ball to National Park
— Explore three historic Pullman rail cars from different eras, including the 1923 New York Central 3, the 1950 Royal Street Observation, and this year’s new addition, the 1949 Colonial Crafts
— Locomotive simulator and virtual reality experiences
— Assorted tours of multiple historic sites and the neighborhood with HPF and PNHP
— Neighborhood ‘train rides’ on CN’s Little Obie
— Live music, local food vendors, and more!

ADVANCE TICKET SALES END MAY 14. Your Advance Ticket includes: Priority access to the historic train cars get between 9:00AM-11:00AM both Saturday and Sunday. Lines tend to get long later in the afternoon, so take advantage of the early access.

Find more information and ticketing on our website.

Category: Attractions | Attractions and Days Out

Price:
General Admission: USD 0.00

 


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