Where are the best places in the Eastern US to experience riding the rails in vintage 1940s and 50s rolling stock that is pretty much in its original configuration? Ideally somewhat accessible by intercity rail or other modes.
I'm not talking about stock that is refurbished to modern standards but is essentially restored as it was in the heyday. And ideally, yes, operational is ideal but static displays are ok on a secondary level.
I've yet to visit Steamtown and imagine that would be a good experience but it's not easily accessible from Pittsburgh. I'm not into driving long distances anymore. I've been on the Strasburg RR but that's older than I'm thinking anyway.
I do intend to take The Canadian again (have done it twice previously, last being 1987) but it's more "updated" now than what I'm talking about.
Yeah, specific taste, I know. Any thoughts are appreciated.
*Edit: Excursions and museums.
I'm not talking about stock that is refurbished to modern standards but is essentially restored as it was in the heyday. And ideally, yes, operational is ideal but static displays are ok on a secondary level.
I've yet to visit Steamtown and imagine that would be a good experience but it's not easily accessible from Pittsburgh. I'm not into driving long distances anymore. I've been on the Strasburg RR but that's older than I'm thinking anyway.
I do intend to take The Canadian again (have done it twice previously, last being 1987) but it's more "updated" now than what I'm talking about.
Yeah, specific taste, I know. Any thoughts are appreciated.
*Edit: Excursions and museums.
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