Here are some pictures taken in September 2011 by Frankie to show the track by our Civil War Field. Sadly, it has made us cancel the Civil War Reenactment for this year.
Pictures from the home page:
Track to flooded field
Field where the reenactment occurs
For 2011 this special event train will run
April 16 & 17 and April 22 & 23 departing 11:00am and 1:30 pm (1 to 1 1/2 hours)
The Bunny will stop by with treats for the children.
Enjoy the Springtime view of scenic Swatara Creek Valley.
We encourage you to bring a camera and save the memories.
Adults $ 14.00; Children (2-11 yrs) $8.00. (Infants: $2.00. Seat not included.)
Reservations highly recommended; we will sell empty seats to our walkup passengers.
This trolley’s wheels were too wide for the standard track and it had been sitting in the yard under a tarp for many years. It has been regauged to fit the regular track and moved into the Engine house for restoration work.
In the video you can see it being moved and hear some of it’s history.
As we wrap up 2010 we wish to say a big thank you to all the customers, workers, and volunteers that helped make this a good year. We were able to have
This year we also:
We look forward to an even better year in 2011.
Our train stops at a Farmers Field for the children to pick a pumpkin of their own. Dress warm and wear comfortable shoes for your trip into the field. Lots of time for pictures with the scarecrows, so bring a camera and record the memories.
Call (717)944-4435 ext 0 to reserve your seat!
Here’s some pictures of the fun from previous years:
This year’s reenactment is scheduled for Saturday, September 25 at 11:00am & 2:30pm and Sunday, September 26, 2010 at 11:00am.
It’s a great history lesson for everyone. Adult Fare:$20.00; Children (6-11 yrs) Fare: $10.00. Not appropriate for children under 6 years of age. Reservations Highly Recommended: we don’t want you to miss this ride! Call 717-944-4435 ext 0.
Here are some pictures from previous years.
In 1984 Mr. Wendell Dillinger bought the 441 Rio De Janiero Tram/Rio JT from The Fox River Trolley Museum in South Elgin, Illinois. This trolley was built in 1909.
In May 2007 it looked liked this:
By August of 2007 it was well into the restoration process. Here’s the newly restored inside:
In October of 2007 it was out of the barn and on the tracks again!
Since then it has been used for special occasions including the Middletown Autumn fests.
If you have never had the pleasure of riding in an open trolley you should come visit. Come hear the clang, clang, clang of the trolley!
During train rides snacks and drinks can be purchased and enjoyed in the newly decorated cafe car or taken back to your seat.
This mourning dove thinks it is. She has at least 2 baby birds under her wings.
More pictures by Joe Pagano [Read more...]
On Sat., June 12 from 11am-5pm and Sun., June 13 from 11am-4pm the Conrail Historical Society is sponsoring caboose rides on the M&H tracks to benefit Vickie’s Angel Walk.
Vickie’s Angel Walk is a non profit with a mission of helping families who have difficulties paying their bills during the challenging times of fighting cancer. Their goal is to take the financial worry away from the family so the family can focus on the cancer and not their finances.
Tickets are available the day of the event at the boarding platform next to Hoffer Park for $5.00 per person and children under age 5 are $1.00.
This is the same day as the Middletown Arts & Craft Fair so there will be lots to see.
Come enjoy a one hour and fifteen minute round trip train ride through the Swatara Creek Valley!
Our conductor gives a narration of the history and folklore of the area.
Adult (12 yrs. & up) $12.00
Seniors (60+ yrs) $10.00
Child (2 to 11 yrs.) $7.00
Infants under 2 yrs are free (seat not included)
FOR INFORMATION:
Call 717-944-4435 ext 104
