https://www.nps.gov/stea News releases from Steamtown National Historic Site. en-us https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/2025winterhoursandholidayevents.htm Tue, 18 Nov 2025 12:10:00 EST Celebrate the 2025 holiday season at Steamtown National Historic Site with festive train rides, family activities, and community events. Winter hours are Wednesday–Sunday, 9:30 a.m.–4 p.m. All holiday trains will run behind a historic diesel while No. 26 is offline for repairs. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/2025winterhoursandholidayevents.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/artsinthepark2025.htm Thu, 14 Aug 2025 13:25:00 EST Steamtown National Historic Site hosts “Arts in the Park Weekend” on August 23–24, 2025, featuring presentations on art, railroad, and preservation history. Programs begin in the newly reopened Visitor Center, with Q&A sessions following each talk. The weekend leads into the National Park Service’s 109th birthday. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/artsinthepark2025.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-visitor-center-reopens-for-summer-season.htm Wed, 23 Jul 2025 08:49:00 EST Steamtown National Historic Site’s Visitor Center is now open for the season, offering a climate-controlled space, restrooms, park information, and staffed services. The outdoor Tickets & Information kiosk operates only on train ride days. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-visitor-center-reopens-for-summer-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/savethedaterailfest2025.htm Mon, 23 Jun 2025 12:31:00 EST Railfest 2025 celebrates the 100th anniversary of steam locomotive Grand Trunk Western No. 6039 and the 30th anniversary of Steamtown’s public opening. Highlights include train rides, exhibits, activities, and family-friendly programming. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/savethedaterailfest2025.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-to-unveil-cosmetically-restored-bullard-no-2-locomotive.htm Thu, 12 Jun 2025 12:34:00 EST On Saturday, July 5, at 12:30 p.m., Steamtown National Historic Site will host an official unveiling of the cosmetically restored Bullard No. 2 locomotive. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-to-unveil-cosmetically-restored-bullard-no-2-locomotive.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-nhs-launches-2025-summer-season.htm Mon, 28 Apr 2025 11:24:00 EST Steamtown National Historic Site will transition to its summer schedule and increase in-park operations and experiences starting on Saturday, May 3. The park and its buildings will remain free to enter, daily summer hours will expand to 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., the Technology Museum will reopen, and the park will fire up its popular “Scranton Limited” yard shuttles—short train rides that offer visitors a front-row seat to the sights, sounds and motion of a working rail yard, all set within the park’s historic landscape. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-nhs-launches-2025-summer-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/2025-celebrate-junior-ranger-day.htm Thu, 10 Apr 2025 12:08:00 EST Steamtown NHS invites the public, including families, park enthusiasts, and future Junior Rangers to celebrate Junior Ranger Day on Saturday, April 19, 2025, from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/2025-celebrate-junior-ranger-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/komasz-is-coming.htm Mon, 06 Jan 2025 07:01:00 EST Jeremy M. Komasz has been selected as the new superintendent of Steamtown National Historic Site. Komasz will begin his role on January 19, 2025. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/komasz-is-coming.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/2024-winter-and-holiday-events-at-steamtown.htm Fri, 15 Nov 2024 09:10:00 EST Winter is knocking on our door! While we are headed into the "off season" there are still plenty of opportunities to get into the spirit of the season at Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS)! https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/2024-winter-and-holiday-events-at-steamtown.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/celebrate-railroading-railfest-returns-to-steamtown-national-historic-site-for-labor-day-weekend-8-31-9-1-2024.htm Tue, 20 Aug 2024 13:00:00 EST For the first time since 2019, Steamtown National Historic Site’s Railfest returns to Labor Day Weekend: Saturday, 8/31, and Sunday, 9/1. The event takes place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. General admission to the park and event is free. Train rides are $6 for ages 6 and up, $1 for ages 0-5, payment by credit card only. Railfest celebrates railroading’s past, present, and future with train rides, special demonstrations, exhibits, visiting rail equipment, musical entertainment, ranger programs, and a host of activities and displays offered by community partners. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/celebrate-railroading-railfest-returns-to-steamtown-national-historic-site-for-labor-day-weekend-8-31-9-1-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/save-the-date-railfest-returns-to-steamtown-national-historic-site-august-31-september-1-2024.htm Thu, 25 Apr 2024 07:36:00 EST Mark your calendars! Railfest returns to Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) Labor Day weekend: Saturday, August 31, and Sunday, September 1, 2024. This year’s celebration will be offered in partnership with the Iron Horse Society, Steamtown’s official philanthropic partner. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/save-the-date-railfest-returns-to-steamtown-national-historic-site-august-31-september-1-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-2024-train-schedule.htm Thu, 11 Apr 2024 04:25:00 EST Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) train rides resume for the 2024 season on Saturday, May 4. The Steamtown rail experience varies from short 30-minute trips exploring the park’s historic railroad yard to full-day trips along the Pocono or Carbondale lines. Our short train rides will begin on Saturday, May 4 and the first excursion trip of the season will head to Gouldsboro, PA on Saturday, May 25. Tickets will be available online through recreation.gov https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-2024-train-schedule.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/2023-stuff-the-caboose-for-united-neighborhood-centers-of-northeastern-pennsylvania.htm Wed, 01 Nov 2023 06:22:00 EST Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) invites the public to “Stuff the Caboose” and enjoy some holiday cheer on Friday, November 17, 2023 from 5:00pm – 7:00pm. This free family event will take place at Steamtown NHS, located at 350 Cliff Street in Scranton. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/2023-stuff-the-caboose-for-united-neighborhood-centers-of-northeastern-pennsylvania.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/2023-winter-and-holiday-events-at-steamtown.htm Wed, 01 Nov 2023 05:41:00 EST November brings along colder weather and shorter days, signaling a time of transition at Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS). While we may be headed into the "off" season, there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy the park! https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/2023-winter-and-holiday-events-at-steamtown.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-receives-generous-donation-to-restore-locomotive.htm Mon, 14 Aug 2023 06:14:00 EST A generous financial donation to Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) is helping fund the restoration of the Atlantic Coast Line #1901, a steam era diesel locomotive in the park's collection. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-receives-generous-donation-to-restore-locomotive.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/nps-no-107-a-birthday-celebration-of-the-national-park-service.htm Wed, 26 Jul 2023 11:03:00 EST Celebrate the 107th birthday of the National Park Service with Steamtown National Historic Site on Saturday, August 26, 2023, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. In addition to free admission, there will be no cost to ride Steamtown’s short train rides. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/nps-no-107-a-birthday-celebration-of-the-national-park-service.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/industrial-heritage-day-2023.htm Thu, 18 May 2023 04:49:00 EST Celebrate the area’s industrial heritage with the return of Steamtown National Historic Site’s Railfest and Pennsylvania Anthracite Heritage Museum’s Arts on Fire on Saturday, June 17, 2023. Both sites are excited to be collaborating to provide an interactive experience showcasing our community’s history. In addition to free admission, there will be no cost for Steamtown’s short train rides. A complimentary shuttle service will be available throughout the day to transport visitors between Steamtown NHS and the Scranton Iron Furnaces. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/industrial-heritage-day-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-announces-2023-train-schedule.htm Wed, 29 Mar 2023 08:31:00 EST Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) train rides resume for the season on Thursday, May 11, 2023. The Steamtown NHS rail experience varies from short 30-minute trips exploring the park’s historic railroad yard to full-day trips through the Poconos. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-announces-2023-train-schedule.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-requests-proposals-for-mobile-food-vendor-participation-at-railfest-on-june-17-2023.htm Thu, 23 Mar 2023 10:12:00 EST Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) is seeking proposals from vendors to provide mobile food services on Saturday, June 17, 2023 for the site’s Railfest event. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-requests-proposals-for-mobile-food-vendor-participation-at-railfest-on-june-17-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/heating-issues-2022.htm Fri, 18 Nov 2022 12:55:00 EST Starting on November 20, Steamtown National Historic Site will close multiple park buildings to address mechanical issues with its heating system. Although the buildings will remain closed until heat can be restored through temporary or long-term repairs, the park will remain open and all events scheduled through December will occur. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/heating-issues-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/2022-stuff-the-caboose.htm Tue, 01 Nov 2022 06:41:00 EST Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) invites the public to “Stuff the Caboose” and enjoy some holiday cheer on Saturday, November 19, 2022 from 5:00pm – 7:00pm. This free family event will take place at Steamtown NHS, located at 350 Cliff Street in Scranton. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/2022-stuff-the-caboose.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-nhs-prepares-for-off-season.htm Fri, 21 Oct 2022 05:53:00 EST November brings along colder weather and shorter days, signaling a time of transition at Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS). https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-nhs-prepares-for-off-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steam-excursion-to-carbondale-on-september-24-2022.htm Fri, 09 Sep 2022 05:09:00 EST Join Steamtown NHS on Saturday, September 24, 2022 for a steam-powered excursion to Carbondale for the city’s Autumn Market. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steam-excursion-to-carbondale-on-september-24-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/2022-autumn-train-rides.htm Mon, 15 Aug 2022 04:00:00 EST Enjoy the cooler weather and fall foliage aboard a train at Steamtown National Historic Site! Rail experiences vary from short 30-minute trips exploring the park’s historic railroad yard to full-day trips through the Poconos. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/2022-autumn-train-rides.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/2022-big-boy-cab-tours.htm Thu, 28 Jul 2022 11:23:00 EST Steamtown National Historic Site will open the cab of Union Pacific “Big Boy” No. 4012 for guided tours the first weekend of each month, now through November 2022. The locomotive returned to static exhibition in the park in May 2021 after an extensive cosmetic restoration. When open, tours will be available between the hours of 10:00am and 4:00pm. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/2022-big-boy-cab-tours.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/summer-and-autumn-rail-experiences-at-steamtown.htm Fri, 01 Jul 2022 11:26:00 EST Steamtown National Historic Site encourages you to make the most of the summer season and invites you to ride the rails! Rail experiences vary from short 30-minute trips exploring the park’s historic railroad yard to full-day trips through the Poconos. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/summer-and-autumn-rail-experiences-at-steamtown.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/railfest-returns-to-steamtown-nhs-june-11-12-2022.htm Wed, 01 Jun 2022 12:18:00 EST Steamtown’s 2022 Railfest weekend is being offered in partnership with the Pennsylvania Anthracite Heritage Museum’s Arts on Fire event held at the Scranton Iron Furnaces. Both sites are excited to be collaborating to provide an interactive and immersive experience showcasing our community’s history. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/railfest-returns-to-steamtown-nhs-june-11-12-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-2022-train-operations.htm Fri, 20 May 2022 08:23:00 EST Train rides have officially returned to Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) for the 2022 season! Short train rides, the Scranton Limited and Caboose Experience, are offered Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. The first excursion trip of the season will take place on Saturday, May 28th to Jessup, PA for the annual Saint Ubaldo Day "Running of the Saints" (La Corsa dei Ceri). https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-2022-train-operations.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-announces-2022-train-schedule.htm Thu, 14 Apr 2022 07:14:00 EST Train rides are returning to Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) beginning Saturday, May 14, 2022 and coinciding with National Train Day. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-announces-2022-train-schedule.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/railfest-returns-to-steamtown-june-11-12-2022.htm Fri, 25 Feb 2022 05:44:00 EST Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) is pleased to announce the return of Railfest on Saturday-Sunday, June 11-12, 2022. This year’s celebration will be offered in partnership with the Pennsylvania Anthracite Heritage Museum’s Arts on Fire event at the Scranton Iron Furnaces. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/railfest-returns-to-steamtown-june-11-12-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-nhs-prepares-for-summer-visitors.htm Mon, 21 Jun 2021 10:37:00 EST Steamtown National Historic Site employees have been gearing up and getting things on track for summer operations. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-nhs-prepares-for-summer-visitors.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/return-of-union-pacific-railroad-big-boy-no-4012.htm Wed, 05 May 2021 04:09:00 EST Steamtown's Union Pacific Railroad “Big Boy” No. 4012 has returned to static exhibition in the park following an extended cosmetic restoration; just in time for National Train Day and National Preservation Month. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/return-of-union-pacific-railroad-big-boy-no-4012.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-and-the-lackawanna-heritage-valley-authority-announce-cancellation-of-santa-train-2020.htm Mon, 02 Nov 2020 03:01:00 EST SCRANTON, Pa. – Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) and the Lackawanna Heritage Valley Authority (LHVA), in consultation with our community partners, have cancelled the “Christmas in a Small Town” Santa Train. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-and-the-lackawanna-heritage-valley-authority-announce-cancellation-of-santa-train-2020.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-commemorates-the-end-of-mainline-steam-locomotive-operations.htm Mon, 28 Sep 2020 08:05:00 EST SCRANTON, Pa. – It’s been 60 years since steam locomotives performed mainline revenue rail operations in the United States and Canada. To commemorate the anniversary, Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) along with our friends group, the Iron Horse Society, will throughout the month of October highlight some of our mainline steam locomotives.  https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-commemorates-the-end-of-mainline-steam-locomotive-operations.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-nhs-suspension-of-remainder-of-train-operations.htm Thu, 27 Aug 2020 07:55:00 EST Steamtown National Historic Site continues to follow guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and state and local public health authorities. The National Park Service (NPS) is working servicewide with federal, state, and local public health authorities to closely monitor the COVID-19 pandemic and using a phased approach to increase access on a park-by-park basis. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-nhs-suspension-of-remainder-of-train-operations.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-ends-sale-of-america-the-beautiful-passes.htm Thu, 16 Jul 2020 04:27:00 EST SCRANTON, Pa. – Effective immediately, Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) will no longer sell the America the Beautiful (ATB) Interagency Passes. Passes are not required to visit Steamtown NHS as the park is a fee free park.  However, passes can be purchased either online at the USGS Store website or at any National Park Service site that does charge an entrance fee. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-ends-sale-of-america-the-beautiful-passes.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-is-beginning-to-increase-recreational-access.htm Tue, 07 Jul 2020 09:46:00 EST Scranton, Pa. – Following guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and state and local public health authorities, Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) is increasing recreational access. The National Park Service (NPS) is working servicewide with federal, state, and local public health authorities to closely monitor the COVID-19 pandemic and using a phased approach to increase access on a park-by-park basis.   https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-is-beginning-to-increase-recreational-access.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-announces-extended-cancellation-of-summer-train-excursions.htm Mon, 08 Jun 2020 06:47:00 EST SCRANTON, Pa. – Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) remains temporarily closed and regretfully must cancel all planned railroad passenger excursions through September 30, 2020. The safety of our visitors, staff, volunteers, and destination partners remains paramount, and was a primary consideration in making this difficult decision. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-announces-extended-cancellation-of-summer-train-excursions.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-announces-update-on-rail-excursions-and-special-activities.htm Thu, 02 Apr 2020 03:27:00 EST SCRANTON, Pa. – Due to the closure of Steamtown NHS in response to the COVID-19 restrictions, rail excursions scheduled through July 4, 2020 are cancelled. This includes the cancellation of all Railfest activities scheduled for June 13 and14 (the park looks forward to hosting Railfest in 2021). https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-announces-update-on-rail-excursions-and-special-activities.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/students-benefit-from-parks-as-classrooms-this-school-year.htm Tue, 03 Mar 2020 04:20:00 EST SCRANTON, Pa. – Since 2011, the National Park Foundation (NPF) has engaged more than one million students in educational programs connecting them with national parks across the country, including at Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) in Scranton PA. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/students-benefit-from-parks-as-classrooms-this-school-year.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-announces-2020-rail-excursion-schedule.htm Wed, 26 Feb 2020 09:50:00 EST SCRANTON, Pa. – Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) welcomes visitors to experience riding the rails in vintage passenger cars pulled by heritage steam and diesel locomotives. Train rides vary from short shuttles that explore the park’s historic railroad yard to all day trips as far as the Delaware Water Gap. The park is working to bring online a new ticketing system that will afford potential riders more convenience in purchasing tickets. Once that system goes live, more details will be provided on the ticket purchasing process. For now, here are the dates for Steamtown NHS train rides and excursions. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-announces-2020-rail-excursion-schedule.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-is-closing-early-due-to-winter-weather-friday-february-7-2020.htm Fri, 07 Feb 2020 04:50:00 EST SCRANTON, Pa. – Steamtown National Historic Site is closing at 12:00 p.m. (noon) today, Friday, February 7, 2020, due to forecast winter weather that could jeopardize visitor, staff, and volunteer safety. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-is-closing-early-due-to-winter-weather-friday-february-7-2020.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-opens-youth-art-exhibition-celebrating-the-100th-anniversary-of-the-19th-amendment-that-ushered-in-national-women-s-suffrage.htm Fri, 31 Jan 2020 07:36:00 EST SCRANTON, Pa. – Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) welcomes visitors to view an art exhibition by regional students celebrating the centennial of the 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution. That act ensured women the right to vote. The exhibition is available for viewing daily during regular park operating hours through April 30, 2020. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-opens-youth-art-exhibition-celebrating-the-100th-anniversary-of-the-19th-amendment-that-ushered-in-national-women-s-suffrage.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-announces-winter-children-s-programs.htm Mon, 30 Dec 2019 02:25:00 EST SCRANTON, Pa. – There’s a lot more than meets the eye for a train to roll safely down the tracks! Steamtown National Historic Site’s (NHS) “Rosie the Railroader” invites children ages 3-10 years and their parents to join her every Saturday in January and February, 2020, for fun interactive learning about railroads! https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-announces-winter-children-s-programs.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-winter-hours-begin-sunday-december-29-2019.htm Sat, 28 Dec 2019 03:20:00 EST SCRANTON, Pa. – Steamtown National Historic Site will begin reduced winter visitation hours on Sunday, December 29, 2019. Park hours will be 10:00 am until 4:00 pm daily, with the reduced hours remaining in effect until late March 2020. Additionally, the park will be closed on New Year’s Day, January 1, 2020. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-winter-hours-begin-sunday-december-29-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/save-the-dates-steamtown-national-historic-site-announces-railfest-on-june-13-14-2020.htm Thu, 12 Dec 2019 07:50:00 EST SCRANTON, Pa. – Steamtown National Historic Site is pleased to announce that Railfest 2020 will be a summer kickoff event! Previously held over Labor Day weekend, Railfest, a celebration of railroading, will be held on Saturday-Sunday, June 13-14, 2020. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/save-the-dates-steamtown-national-historic-site-announces-railfest-on-june-13-14-2020.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-announces-accessible-exhibit-improvements.htm Wed, 20 Nov 2019 06:40:00 EST SCRANTON, Pa. – Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) recently completed new permanent exhibits that were universally designed to enhance site orientation and visitor understanding. The exhibits, located in the Visitor Center and Technology Museum, were funded through the National Park Service’s Targeted Accessibility Improvement Program (TAIP) and took several years to design, produce, and install. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-announces-accessible-exhibit-improvements.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-announces-rover-is-baldwin-locomotive-works-no-26-steam-locomotive-s-new-name.htm Tue, 12 Nov 2019 05:27:00 EST SCRANTON, Pa. – Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) is pleased to announce the winning name in our Railfest 2019 “Name the Train” contest for visitors ages 6 and under. Three-year-old Gracee Straut, of Old Forge PA, offered the name “Rover” for our Baldwin Locomotive Works 0-6-0 steam switching locomotive that carries passengers on the Scranton Limited short train rides that rove throughout the park on select days. The name “Rover” will be used from now through the 2020 railroad operating season. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-announces-rover-is-baldwin-locomotive-works-no-26-steam-locomotive-s-new-name.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/-lest-we-forget-world-war-i-traveling-exhibit-at-steamtown-national-historic-site-on-veterans-day-monday-november-11-2019-for-one-day-only.htm Fri, 08 Nov 2019 03:42:00 EST SCRANTON, Pa. – Steamtown National Historic Site welcomes the public to visit “Lest We Forget,” a traveling exhibit remembering those who fought in World War I. This “mobile museum” will be available for viewing for one-day only, Veterans Day, Monday, November 11, 2019. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/-lest-we-forget-world-war-i-traveling-exhibit-at-steamtown-national-historic-site-on-veterans-day-monday-november-11-2019-for-one-day-only.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/-stuff-the-caboose-for-united-neighborhood-centers-food-pantry-on-saturday-november-23-2019.htm Tue, 05 Nov 2019 05:52:00 EST SCRANTON, Pa. – Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) invites the public to “Stuff the Caboose” with non-perishable food items and bring some early holiday cheer to your neighbors. This free family event will take place on site from 5:00-7:00 pm on Saturday, November 23, 2019. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/-stuff-the-caboose-for-united-neighborhood-centers-food-pantry-on-saturday-november-23-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-excursion-to-east-stroudsburg-is-cancelled.htm Fri, 11 Oct 2019 04:55:00 EST SCRANTON, Pa. – Due to circumstances beyond our control, tomorrow’s (Saturday, October 12) railroad passenger excursion from Steamtown NHS to East Stroudsburg is cancelled. Guests who have previously made reservations for the trip will receive a full refund; please call 570-340-5204 so our staff may assist with getting you your refund. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-excursion-to-east-stroudsburg-is-cancelled.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-s-union-pacific-big-boy-no-4012-removed-from-public-display-for-cosmetic-restoration-and-painting.htm Wed, 02 Oct 2019 09:27:00 EST SCRANTON, Pa. – Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) has removed the Union Pacific “Big Boy” No. 4012 steam locomotive from public display for cosmetic restoration work and painting. During the work, visitors shall not have access to view the locomotive. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-s-union-pacific-big-boy-no-4012-removed-from-public-display-for-cosmetic-restoration-and-painting.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-calls-all-aboard-for-train-and-engine-service-volunteer-orientation.htm Fri, 27 Sep 2019 07:42:00 EST SCRANTON, Pa. – Have you ever been curious about what it’s like to be a locomotive engineer sounding the horn or being part of the crew ensuring passenger comfort and safety as you watched a train rumble down the tracks? Have you ever considered supporting the National Park Service through volunteerism? Here’s your chance to do both! Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS), a unit of the National Park Service in downtown Scranton, is hosting a Train and Engine Service volunteer orientation on Saturday, November 9, 2019, starting at 10:00 am. The session typically ends by noon. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-calls-all-aboard-for-train-and-engine-service-volunteer-orientation.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-to-help-spread-the-message-to-stoptracktragedies-during-rail-safety-week-september-22-28-2019.htm Thu, 19 Sep 2019 04:41:00 EST SCRANTON, Pa. – During National Rail Safety Week, September 22-28, 2019, Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) will partner with Operation Lifesaver to help get the word out to “Stop Train Tragedies” by offering daily rail safety programs. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-to-help-spread-the-message-to-stoptracktragedies-during-rail-safety-week-september-22-28-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-announces-special-steam-excursion-to-archbald-pa-thursday-october-17-2019.htm Tue, 17 Sep 2019 10:02:00 EST “All Aboard” the Archbald Flyer! Enjoy the cooler weather and fall foliage while riding this special steam-powered weekday passenger excursion. The train departs from Steamtown National Historic Site at 8:30 am on Thursday morning, October 17, 2019 for a run up the valley, and returns to Scranton at about 12:30 pm. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-announces-special-steam-excursion-to-archbald-pa-thursday-october-17-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-ner-hartzog-award-recipients.htm Tue, 03 Sep 2019 09:12:00 EST The 2019 National Park Service (NPS) Northeast Region’s George and Helen Hartzog Awards for Outstanding Volunteer Service were recently announced, with Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) volunteer Walter Elvidge receiving the award in the Enduring Service category, while the site’s Education Team volunteers received Honorable Mention in the Group category. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-ner-hartzog-award-recipients.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/railfest-2019-at-steamtown-national-historic-site.htm Sat, 24 Aug 2019 03:45:00 EST Railfest 2019 at Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) in downtown Scranton is a celebration of railroading’s past, present and future. Held annually on the Saturday and Sunday of Labor Day weekend, this year’s event takes place on August 31 and September 1, with an opening ceremony on Saturday morning at 10:00 a.m., hosted by park Superintendent Cherie Shepherd. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/railfest-2019-at-steamtown-national-historic-site.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/-day-of-healing-bell-ringing-remembrance.htm Wed, 21 Aug 2019 06:48:00 EST On Sunday, August 25, 2019, Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) invites the public to help commemorate the 400th anniversary of the first landing of enslaved Africans in English-occupied North America, which occurred at Point Comfort in what is now Hampton, Virginia https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/-day-of-healing-bell-ringing-remembrance.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-employees-donate-to-local-food-pantry.htm Tue, 20 Aug 2019 10:08:00 EST Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) recently participated in the annual federal government’s Feds Feed Families food drive to support local pantries. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-employees-donate-to-local-food-pantry.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-announces-rail-excursions-for-august-and-september-2019.htm Wed, 31 Jul 2019 04:54:00 EST We are pleased to announce our Rail Excursion schedules through Labor Day weekend. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-announces-rail-excursions-for-august-and-september-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/espanol-jr-ranger.htm Fri, 12 Jul 2019 06:23:00 EST Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) is pleased to introduce Spanish-language Junior Ranger programs. The four free programs will assist English as a Second Language (ESL) visitors of all ages in learning about the history of steam railroading while exploring the site. They also get to take home a Junior Ranger badge as a memento of their visit. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/espanol-jr-ranger.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-hosts-dan-troy-s-transcontinental-railroad-photography-exhibition.htm Wed, 03 Jul 2019 06:39:00 EST SCRANTON, Pa. – Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) is pleased to host a special temporary exhibition by noted railroad and commercial photographer, Dan Troy. Titled, “Transcontinental Railroad Photography,” the exhibition highlights modern railroading through the west-central United States, which was first conquered with the completion of the Transcontinental Railroad in 1869. The exhibition of approximately two dozen photographs will be available for public viewing from July 1 to December 1, 2019.  https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-hosts-dan-troy-s-transcontinental-railroad-photography-exhibition.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-announces-rail-excursions-for-june-2019.htm Wed, 05 Jun 2019 09:28:00 EST SCRANTON, Pa. – Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) will run four railroad passenger excursions during the month of June. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-announces-rail-excursions-for-june-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-celebrates-its-volunteers.htm Fri, 31 May 2019 04:41:00 EST SCRANTON, Pa. – Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) recently hosted a recognition event to honor its volunteers, or as the site and the National Park Service call them, “VIPs” (Volunteers-In Parks)! https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-celebrates-its-volunteers.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/-race-of-the-saints-express-steamtown-national-historic-site-train-excursion-to-jessup-pa-saturday-may-25-2019.htm Thu, 09 May 2019 05:23:00 EST SCRANTON, Pa. – Steamtown National Historic Site invites the public to hop aboard a train excursion to Jessup PA to witness a passionate celebration of heritage and pride that traces back to Old World Italy! Steamtown NHS’s “Race of the Saints Express” departs the site at 3:00 pm on Saturday, May 25, with a return to the park after 8:30 pm. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/-race-of-the-saints-express-steamtown-national-historic-site-train-excursion-to-jessup-pa-saturday-may-25-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-commemorates-the-150th-anniversary-of-the-transcontinental-railroad-may-10-12.htm Sat, 04 May 2019 03:17:00 EST SCRANTON, Pa. – Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) welcomes visitors to help commemorate the 150th anniversary of the completion of the first Transcontinental Railroad with special activities at the park from May 10-12, 2019.  With the driving of a ceremonial golden spike on May 10, 1869 at Promontory Summit, Utah Territory, the nation was linked from coast to coast by rail, accelerating the transit of people and goods across country at a speed not previously known. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-commemorates-the-150th-anniversary-of-the-transcontinental-railroad-may-10-12.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/shepherd.htm Thu, 02 May 2019 07:14:00 EST National Park Service (NPS) Northeast Regional Director Gay Vietzke has named Cherie Shepherd as the superintendent of Steamtown National Historic Site in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Shepherd will begin her new assignment in June. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/shepherd.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-honors-seven-staff-members-with-federal-service-totaling-195-years.htm Tue, 23 Apr 2019 06:00:00 EST Steamtown National Historic Site recently recognized seven staff members whose combined federal service totals 195 years. Such longevity of staff with unique skill sets has helped the park meet its mission to preserve, interpret, and protect the history of steam railroading in America. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-honors-seven-staff-members-with-federal-service-totaling-195-years.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-announces-mother-s-day-excursion-to-moscow-pa.htm Thu, 18 Apr 2019 11:13:00 EST After Mom enjoys a leisurely breakfast, pamper her with a relaxing excursion aboard vintage railroad passenger equipment to scenic Moscow PA in the Pocono foothills. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-announces-mother-s-day-excursion-to-moscow-pa.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-is-on-a-mission-to-celebrate-national-park-week-april-20-28-2019.htm Fri, 12 Apr 2019 09:24:00 EST National Park Week also kicks off the Steamtown NHS railroad passenger operating season, with Scranton Limited short train rides ($5/person ages 6 and older) available on Saturday and Sunday, April 20-21, and Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, April 26-28.  The Baldwin Locomotive Works 0-6-0 steam locomotive, “Chugga,” is eager to fire up and lead the way! https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-is-on-a-mission-to-celebrate-national-park-week-april-20-28-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-expanded-operating-hours-begin-march-31-2019.htm Sat, 30 Mar 2019 03:47:00 EST Scranton, PA: Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) will be open daily from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. beginning Sunday, March 31, 2019. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-expanded-operating-hours-begin-march-31-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-announces-reception-with-noted-railroad-photographer-oren-b-helbok.htm Thu, 21 Mar 2019 07:52:00 EST Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) welcomes visitors to meet photographer Oren B. Helbok at a reception in the Visitor Center Gallery this Saturday, March 23, 2019, from 1:00-3:00 pm. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-announces-reception-with-noted-railroad-photographer-oren-b-helbok.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-welcomes-peppersass-a-little-engine-that-could-and-did.htm Tue, 05 Mar 2019 06:56:00 EST Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) is excited to join the Mount Washington Cog Railway as it celebrates 150 years of operation by welcoming Peppersass, the 153 year old steam locomotive that helped conquer New Hampshire’s rugged White Mountains. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-welcomes-peppersass-a-little-engine-that-could-and-did.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-announces-women-s-history-month-programs.htm Tue, 05 Mar 2019 06:40:00 EST Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) celebrates Women’s History Month with free special programs beginning at Noon and 2:00 pm on Friday and Saturday, March 15-16, 2019. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-announces-women-s-history-month-programs.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-announces-working-on-the-railroad-children-s-programs.htm Mon, 11 Feb 2019 07:55:00 EST There’s a lot more than meets the eye for a train to roll safely down the tracks! https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-announces-working-on-the-railroad-children-s-programs.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/family-friendly-spooky-spectacular-set-for-steamtown-national-historic-site.htm Fri, 19 Oct 2018 08:35:00 EST Calling all ghosts and goblins, witches and wizards, pirates and princesses! On Saturday, October 27, 2018, Steamtown National Historic Site will host “Spooky Spectacular” special Halloween events at the park! https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/family-friendly-spooky-spectacular-set-for-steamtown-national-historic-site.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-announces-fall-foliage-train-excursions-into-the-heart-of-the-poconos.htm Fri, 14 Sep 2018 08:43:00 EST Autumn can only mean one thing … well, two; football and the majesty of our multi-colored mountains as the tree leaves change the view from a blanket of green to eye-popping reds, yellows, and oranges. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-announces-fall-foliage-train-excursions-into-the-heart-of-the-poconos.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/park-announces-baldwin-locomotive-works-no-26-steam-locomotive-s-new-name.htm Tue, 11 Sep 2018 11:38:00 EST Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) is pleased to announce the winning name "Chugga" in our Railfest 2018 “Name the Train” contest for visitors ages 6 and under. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/park-announces-baldwin-locomotive-works-no-26-steam-locomotive-s-new-name.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/special-excursion-rf2018.htm Fri, 27 Jul 2018 06:40:00 EST Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) is offering a special railroad passenger excursion, the Northeast PA Railfest Flyer, at Railfest 2018! https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/special-excursion-rf2018.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/july-august-passenger-train-ride-passenger-excursion-schedules.htm Sat, 07 Jul 2018 06:03:00 EST Summer activities are going full throttle at Steamtown National Historic Site in downtown Scranton, including our ever exciting train excursions. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/july-august-passenger-train-ride-passenger-excursion-schedules.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/railfest-2018-announcement.htm Wed, 27 Jun 2018 10:18:00 EST Railfest 2018 at Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) in downtown Scranton is a celebration of railroading’s past, present and future. Held annually on the Saturday and Sunday of Labor Day weekend, this year’s event takes place on September 1 and 2, with an opening ceremony on Saturday morning at 10:00 a.m. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/railfest-2018-announcement.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-announces-june-train-excursion-schedule.htm Thu, 14 Jun 2018 06:42:00 EST School’s out for most which means summertime fun, including train ride excursions from Steamtown National Historic Site in downtown Scranton. Our June 2018 schedule has something for everyone. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-national-historic-site-announces-june-train-excursion-schedule.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/june-train-excursion-schedule.htm Thu, 14 Jun 2018 05:57:00 EST School’s out for most which means summertime fun, including train ride excursions from Steamtown National Historic Site in downtown Scranton. Our June 2018 schedule has something for everyone. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/june-train-excursion-schedule.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-nhs-hosts-military-memorabilia-preservation-workshop-saturday-june-30-2018.htm Fri, 08 Jun 2018 06:06:00 EST Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) will host a free military memorabilia preservation workshop from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 30, 2018. The workshop will be held in the park theater. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steamtown-nhs-hosts-military-memorabilia-preservation-workshop-saturday-june-30-2018.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steaparkrx2018.htm Tue, 24 Apr 2018 06:44:00 EST Scranton, PA: Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) in downtown Scranton welcomes visitors to celebrate National ParkRx Day, which runs from 11:00 am until 3:00 pm on Sunday, April 29. This community health fair and outdoor expo day of fun and learning is just what the doctor prescribed! https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/steaparkrx2018.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/nps-week-stea.htm Fri, 20 Apr 2018 07:55:00 EST Scranton, PA: Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS) in downtown Scranton welcomes visitors to celebrate National Park Week, April 21-29, 2018, from 9:00 am until 5:00 pm daily. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/nps-week-stea.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/halloween-2017.htm Wed, 18 Oct 2017 03:27:00 EST On Saturday, October 28 and Sunday, October 29, Steamtown NHS will host “Spooky Spectacular” special Halloween events at the park! https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/halloween-2017.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/stea-rec-fee-termination-pr.htm Wed, 04 Oct 2017 17:34:00 EST Effective October 1, Steamtown National Historic Site will no longer charge a park entrance fee.  https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/stea-rec-fee-termination-pr.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/columbus-day-2017-pr.htm Thu, 21 Sep 2017 04:38:00 EST Steamtown NHS plans a special steam-powered excursion to Carbondale, Pennsylvania, on Columbus Day, Monday, October 9. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/columbus-day-2017-pr.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/railfest-2017-activities-pr.htm Thu, 24 Aug 2017 03:07:00 EST Activities announced for Railfest 2017 at Steamtown National Historic Site, downtown Scranton, PA. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/railfest-2017-activities-pr.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/mission-fellowship-pr.htm Thu, 20 Jul 2017 04:51:00 EST Steamtown NHS is pleased to partner with the National Park Foundation and “The Mission Continues” in offering a six-month part-time fellowship at the park for a qualifying post-9/11 U.S. Armed Forces veteran. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/mission-fellowship-pr.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/doughboy-statue-event-pr.htm Thu, 08 Jun 2017 07:59:00 EST Steamtown NHS invites the public to help kickoff its centennial commemoration of America’s participation in the First World War by joining us for a Flag Day rededication of Scranton’s WWI Doughboy statue. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/doughboy-statue-event-pr.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/stea-hartzog-vip-pr.htm Tue, 02 May 2017 03:30:00 EST Steamtown NHS proudly announces that Volunteer-in-Park (VIP) Aiden Schafer is the recipient of a prestigious National Park Service George and Helen Hartzog Award for Outstanding Volunteer Service. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/stea-hartzog-vip-pr.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/2016-economic-impact-pr.htm Thu, 27 Apr 2017 05:30:00 EST A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 99,600 visitors to Steamtown NHS in 2016 spent $5,403,500 in communities near the park. That spending supported 86 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $7,432,400. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/2016-economic-impact-pr.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/stea-2016-visitation-pr.htm Mon, 20 Mar 2017 03:00:00 EST As the National Park Service embarks on its second century of service, Steamtown National Historic Site is celebrating the significant accomplishments of its centennial celebration and engagement with the Find Your Park / Encuentra Tu Parque initiative. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/stea-2016-visitation-pr.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/veterans-day-2016-pr.htm Mon, 31 Oct 2016 07:28:00 EST Steamtown NHS plans to honor our military veterans and their families with an Entrance Fee-Free Day for everyone on Veterans Day, Friday, November 11. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/veterans-day-2016-pr.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/2016-trt.htm Wed, 05 Oct 2016 17:03:00 EST Steamtown NHS will participate in the launch of a pilot S.T.E.A.M (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math) program during the week of October 10, with Scranton School District's South Intermediate 21st Century after-school sixth- through eighth-grade students. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/2016-trt.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/holiday-express-2016.htm Tue, 04 Oct 2016 05:14:00 EST Steamtown NHS, in partnership with the Lackawanna & Wyoming Valley Railway Historical Society, will operate diesel-powered “Holiday Express” excursions to Moscow, Pennsylvania on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, November 25 – 27. Phone and in-person reservations open on Tuesday, October 11 at 9:00 a.m. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/holiday-express-2016.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/halloween-2016.htm Thu, 29 Sep 2016 05:14:00 EST Steamtown National Historic Site, downtown Scranton, will partner with the city's Lackawanna Historical Society to host "Spooky Spectacular" special Halloween events at the park on October 29 and 30! https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/halloween-2016.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/fall-foliage-2016.htm Tue, 13 Sep 2016 04:36:00 EST As Mother Nature changes her colors for the Fall season, Steamtown National Historic Site is scheduling train excursions through some of the most beautiful fall countryside of the nearby Pocono Mountains! https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/fall-foliage-2016.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/centennial_railfest-pr.htm Wed, 10 Aug 2016 04:38:00 EST The National Park Service invites visitors of all ages to join in the celebration of its 100th birthday throughout the month of August. The fun will continue on September 3 and 4 with Railfest 2016! https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/centennial_railfest-pr.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/railfest-2016-marshal-pr.htm Tue, 02 Aug 2016 04:52:00 EST Park management today announced the event Grand Marshal for Railfest 2016. Railfest is an annual celebration of railroading past, present and future, and will be help on Saturday and Sunday, September 3 and 4. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/railfest-2016-marshal-pr.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/railfest-2016-initial-pr.htm Thu, 16 Jun 2016 05:35:00 EST Steamtown National Historic Site will host Railfest 2016 at the park on Saturday and Sunday, September 3 and 4 of Labor Day weekend. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/railfest-2016-initial-pr.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/july-2016-excursions.htm Mon, 13 Jun 2016 05:16:00 EST Steamtown NHS has a full schedule of train rides scheduled for this summer, beginning our July schedule with a trip to the Mid Valley's "Queen City Nights" event in Olyphant, Pennsylvania on Saturday, July 9. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/july-2016-excursions.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/fathers-day-2016.htm Tue, 07 Jun 2016 18:22:00 EST Steamtown NHS is partnering with the Radisson Lackawanna Station Hotel to help celebrate Father's Day, June 19, with a Ballroom Brunch and Train Ride! https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/fathers-day-2016.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/may_june-2016-excursions-pr.htm Thu, 19 May 2016 05:28:00 EST Steamtown NHS announces our train excursion schedule for the end of May and the month of June, beginning on Saturday, May 28 https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/may_june-2016-excursions-pr.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/bsa-spring-camporee-excursion-pr.htm Wed, 18 May 2016 18:49:00 EST The Northeastern Pennsylvania Council, Boy Scouts of America (BSA), will rally more than 250 scouts at Steamtown NHS on Saturday, May 21, to work, learn and accomplish their goal of achieving the Railroading Merit Badge. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/bsa-spring-camporee-excursion-pr.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/2016-national-train-day-pr.htm Thu, 05 May 2016 04:52:00 EST Celebrate the annual "National Train Day" on Saturday, May 14, with a visit to Steamtown NHS! National Train Day commemorates the anniversary of the first transcontinental railroad's inception by bringing to life the rich narrative of how railroads transformed America. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/2016-national-train-day-pr.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/2015-ei-report.htm Tue, 26 Apr 2016 08:52:00 EST A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 89,592 visitors to Steamtown National Historic Site in 2015 spent $4,754, 800 in communities near the park. That spending supported 77 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $6,521,800. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/2015-ei-report.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/2016-np-week-pr2.htm Thu, 07 Apr 2016 05:31:00 EST Steamtown National Historic Site will host an entrance fee-free week to celebrate National Park Week from Saturday, April 16 through Sunday, April 24. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/2016-np-week-pr2.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/2016-np-week-pr.htm Wed, 02 Mar 2016 04:15:00 EST Steamtown NHS will host an entrance fee-free week to celebrate National Park Week from Saturday, April 16 through Sunday, April 24, along with the return to service of Baldwin Locomotive Works #26, an 0-6-0 switcher-type steam locomotive. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/2016-np-week-pr.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/nps_gci-pr.htm Wed, 02 Mar 2016 03:13:00 EST In a partnership between the National Park Service (NPS) and Google, Steamtown National Historic Site will be featured in the Google Cultural Institute. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/nps_gci-pr.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/jun-6-excursion-pr.htm Tue, 02 Jun 2015 03:30:00 EST Steamtown NHS is planning a train excursion to East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania on Saturday, June 6. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/jun-6-excursion-pr.htm https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/railroads-and-the-military-an-unbreakable-bond.htm Tue, 12 Apr 2011 20:00:00 EST Steamtown NHS kicks off the 2011 season with a celebration honoring the long relationship between railroads and the military. https://www.nps.gov/stea/learn/news/railroads-and-the-military-an-unbreakable-bond.htm