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Steamtown National Historic SiteThe drive rod, side rods and eccentric crank all meet at the main drive wheel pin. NPS Photo, Ken Ganz
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Steamtown National Historic Site
Lodging

Steamtown is located in downtown Scranton, Pennsylvania. There are at least three hotels within walking distance, and many more just a short drive away. For information about lodging in the area, including camping and RV/trailer accommodations, please visit these local partners:

 

Lackawanna County Convention & Visitors Bureau

 

Luzerne County Convention & Visitors Bureau

 

Endless Mountains Visitors Bureau

 

Pocono Mountains Vacation Bureau
An engineer peers out of the cab of a steam locomotive. The engineer drives the train, but the conductor is in charge.  

Did You Know?
The engineer drives the locomotive using the throttle lever, brakes, and reversing gear. He (or she) is in charge of the locomotive. The conductor, however, is in charge of the train. Learn more about railroad jobs at Steamtown NHS in Scranton, Pennsylvania.
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Last Updated: June 30, 2009 at 11:28 EST