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Steamtown National Historic SiteVisitors get a close look at one of Steamtown's steam locomotives on an excursion to East Stroudsburg. (NPS Photo, Ken Ganz)
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Steamtown National Historic Site
Group Visits and Reservations
A conductor and engineer, both wearing historic costumes, talk with visitors next to a steam locomotive.

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Steamtown offers a unique opportunity to get an intimate acquaintance with the history and people of steam railroading.

Steamtown National Historic Site is very popular with tour and education groups (Scout troops may plan a Group visit at regular rates, but we no longer offer programs for Scouts). All organizations and groups need to make a reservation at least 6-8 weeks prior to visiting Steamtown. Keep in mind that due to limited staffing, the number of groups we can accommodate on any given day is limited.

To schedule a group visit, please contact our Group Reservations Coordinator by calling (570) 340-5339 Monday thru Friday during regular business hours, or click here to send email.

For information about scheduling an Educational Group visit, click the link.
A ring of flame envelopes a steam locomotive drive wheel as a tire is heated so it can be placed on the wheel.  

Did You Know?
Though made of steel, the tires on a steam locomotive wear out. A new tire is cut slightly too small and then it is heated until it expands. After workers slide it onto the wheel, the tire shrinks as it cools and is locked into place. Learn more about steam locomotive maintenance at Steamtown NHS.
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Last Updated: April 21, 2009 at 12:16 EST