New home for locomotive benefits Altoona's RTE program, Railroaders Museum | Penn State University

This short clip from History Channel's 'Extreme Trains' series shows the Juniata Locomotive Shop in Altoona, PA, where the Pennsylvania Railroad (1846-1968) built many of its steam and electric locomotives until the 1940's. After dieselization the shops continued as a heavy overhaul and repair facility for subsequently the Pennsylvania Railroad and its successors Penn Central (1968-1976), Conrail (1976-1999) and Norfolk Southern (1999-). In the late 90's it assembled a series of new heavy freigh

Railroaders Memorial Museum Concert Tickets & Events Schedule 2025 - Altoona, PA | JamBase

Looking for that perfect, one-of-a-kind Christmas gift? Look no further! Take a tour with us through the Gift Shop, showcasing all the fantastic and unique ideas for everyone on your list! 🚂Model trains and accessories for every enthusiast! 📚Fascinating local railroad history books you won't find anywhere else. 😍Charming train-themed toys and apparel for the little engineers. 🛤Unique collectibles and souvenirs that celebrate our rail heritage. Find thoughtful, memorable gifts that support lo

Looking for a perfect gift for your lover of history? Get them a copy of Overcoming the Alleghenies by Kevin J. Stiver! Overcoming the Alleghenies is a book full of information about how over the course of 300 years, Blair County was the forefront of westward travel over the Allegheny Mountains with innovative systems such as Indian pathways, turnpikes, portage railroads, canals, and engineering wonders of modern railroads. Be on the lookout for book signing opportunities throughout November and