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Holiday And Winter Events Announced For Steamtown National Historic Site

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November 16, 2024

Nothing quite rivals the view of a steam locomotive on a cold winter morning / NPS

In the Scranton, Pennsylvania, area this winter? Steamtown National Historic Site, the site of a locomotive museum and heritage railroad has announced public events for the winter and holiday season. The site is within a working railroad yard, a unique piece of the National Park Service's properties. 

Here are the details you need to know to visit Steamtown in the coming weeks. 

Winter Hours
Saturday, November 16: begin winter hours of operation, 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., daily.
Steamtown’s History Museum, Roundhouse building, and outdoor spaces will remain open throughout the winter. Weather may cause delays or closures, for updates visit http://go.nps.gov/STEAconditions

Upcoming Holiday Events

Friday, 11/22, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Stuff the Caboose

Spread some holiday cheer and help us "Stuff the Caboose" with non-perishable food items to benefit United Neighborhoods of NEPA ahead of the holiday season.  Visitors will also have the opportunity to enjoy some hot cocoa, s'mores, holiday lights, and music performed by West Scranton High School Band.

Friday – Sunday, 11/29-12/1, 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., each day
Holiday Express to Moscow

Have family visiting for the holiday? Spend time with them on board a scenic train ride along Roaring Brook through a northeastern hardwood forest to the quant country borough of Moscow, Pennsylvania. NOTE: this train may already be sold out, however, folks are encouraged to visit the park or Moscow Station to see the train in action before departure and after arrival.

Saturday, 12/7, 10:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
LHVA's Christmas in a Small Town "Santa Train"

Santa and Mrs. Claus will once again spread holiday cheer as they journey through the upper and mid-valley communities of Lackawanna County, stopping at five historic train stations along the way. Families are invited to join in the festive spirit, where Santa and Mrs. Claus will greet children with warmth and joy, sparking the magic of the season. NOTE: this is NOT a passenger train. Review the Clauses travel itinerary so you don't miss their visit to your town:

  • Carbondale - 10:30 a.m.
  • Archbald - 11:35 a.m.
  • Jessup - 12:20 p.m.
  • Olyphant - 1:00 p.m.
  • Dickson City - 1:45 p.m.
  • Scranton/Steamtown - 3:00 p.m.

Saturdays and Sundays, 12/8, 12/14, 12/15, 12/21, and 12/22, 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., each day
North Pole Limited

Join the Iron Horse Society and Santa for a magical steam train adventure! Get into the holiday spirit by experiencing the sounds and tastes of the holiday season starting with an "All Aboard" from the Conductor! Sing along with our roaming musicians as they play carols and enjoy a holiday treat.  Tickets and additional information: North Pole Limited — Iron Horse Society

Steamtown NHS is in Scranton, Pennsylvania. From Interstate-81 follow exit 185; then follow the brown and white signs to the park entrance at Lackawanna Avenue and Cliff Street. Park information is available by calling (570) 445-1898, or by visiting the park website.

 

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