On May 10, 1869, in Promontory Summit, Utah, the "golden spike" was driven into the final tie that joined 1,776 miles of the Central Pacific and Union Pacific railways, ceremonially creating the nation′s first transcontinental railroad. National Train Day was first celebrated on May 10, 2008 to commemorate the 139th anniversary of this historic event.
Saturday, May 9 is the 2nd annual celebration of National Train Day and tons of great activities are taking place at Washington, DC's historic Union Station from 10am to 3pm!
Events and Activities
Click here for the full schedule. Highlights include an Opening Ceremony with American Idol Judge Randy Jackson, live music with Karina Pasion and Vanessa Carlton and activities with the Radio Disney Road Crew. There will be musicians, face-painters, and much more to entertain the kids.
Exhibits
Many trains and pieces of train equipment will be on display, including The Georgia 300, President Obama’s historic inaugural private train car, the Dover Harbor, and several Superliners.
Details
Free!
Saturday, May 9, 10am-3pm
Saturday, May 9 is the 2nd annual celebration of National Train Day and tons of great activities are taking place at Washington, DC's historic Union Station from 10am to 3pm!
Events and Activities
Click here for the full schedule. Highlights include an Opening Ceremony with American Idol Judge Randy Jackson, live music with Karina Pasion and Vanessa Carlton and activities with the Radio Disney Road Crew. There will be musicians, face-painters, and much more to entertain the kids.
Exhibits
Many trains and pieces of train equipment will be on display, including The Georgia 300, President Obama’s historic inaugural private train car, the Dover Harbor, and several Superliners.
Details
Free!
Saturday, May 9, 10am-3pm
Union Station
50 Mass. Ave., NE
Washington, DC 20002
50 Mass. Ave., NE
Washington, DC 20002
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