Oklahoma City Railway Museum http://www.oklahomarailwaymuseum.org/
Come spend an afternoon at the Oklahoma Railway Museum. There’s something for everyone! Come see freight cars, passenger cars, and even a real steam engine on display. Our museum is open every Thursday, Friday, & Saturday 9:00 to 5:00. Admission to the museum is free. Trains operate first and third Saturdays – April to August.Heartland Flyer can take you antiquing in Purcell & back home again!
Great antiques and collectables are found in Purcell, OK! Ride with a friend or read a book while you travel. The train picks up in Norman about 8:45am and returns from Purcell about 8:45pm, so make a day of it! "When you feel the need for a pleasant pause from life’s frantic pace, escape to Purcell located in the middle of Oklahoma. Drop in and spend a laid-back day exploring Purcell’s Main Street antique stores, full of elegant and eclectic collectibles – pretty things you remember from childhood or visits to your grandparents.
Start at Butler’s Antiques,
tucked inside the historic Hotel Love building. This beautiful
building with a large covered porch is the former home of a hotel built
in 1895, which has now been meticulously restored. Be sure to peruse the
treasures at Auntie Mae’s Antiques and Grapevine Antiques as well. When you’re ready for a break from shopping, take a hearty appetite to the Krystle Spur Steakhouse,
where you'll find mouthwatering steaks served alongside hearty sides.
Save room for a decadent homemade dessert at this unique steakhouse."Ft. Smith/Van Buren Vacation Ideas
Drive east on I40 to find trolleys, trains, Savers, and excellent restaurants; yes, Arkansas, the Natural State, is surprising!
Check out a Victorian treasure in Ft. Smith and Van Buren. http://www.fstm.org/
Train reservations are made online & an excellent way to see fall foliage; however, get tickets well in advance. They fill up fast! http://www.vanburen.org/attractions/ride-the-train/
"Begin your afternoon adventure at The Old Frisco Station, a Van Buren
landmark and welcome center for over a century. Settle in to the plush
grandeur of the comfortable passenger cars and hold your breath as the
tracks take you over the Arkansas River, through a quarter mile tunnel
and over a series of trestles overlooking the rugged and spectacular
forestland. Laugh and wonder with the conductor, who will share his
tales of lore and his knowledge of this beautiful and bountiful part of
the world."
Explore America's railroads and other engineering marvels on the PBS Engineering Map: www.pbs.org/engineeringmap
Train rides to [almost] Tulsa coming soon!
Sapulpa to Midwest City Rail http://www.passengerrailok.org/
