Texas State Railroad "What's The Buzz" Segment
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Aerial View Of Military Train Ride May 16th-18th
The Texas State Railroad: Past, Present, & Future-Part One
The Texas State Railroad: Past, Present, & Future-Part Two
Texas State Railroad 的詳細資訊
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Texas State Railroad As of December 1, 2009 we will no longer update our myspace page. We will offically be on facebook and twitter only.
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關於我： We are officially moving to Facebook and Twitter only as of December 1, 2009..For up coming events and reservations visit http://www.texastaterr.com
The Texas State Railroad, established 1881, is truly a “Texas Treasure!” This historic train travels through the scenic piney woods and hardwood creek bottoms of East Texas where rolling hills, nature and wildlife abound.
We offer train excursions year-round and special events and dinner trains throughout the year. Passengers may board excursion trains at either the Rusk or Palestine depots where southern hospitality is the norm. These depots were built with an eye for detail and the elegance of Victorian charm. They are surrounded by beautiful parks with lakes and streams offering visitors full-service campground facilities, picnic areas, concessions and a great deal more to enhance a four-season vacation experience. This is a perfect family outing! Please visit our website at www.TexasStateRR.com for more information.
Gift shops are available at both Palestine and Rusk Depots. Gift shops carry Texas State Railroad souvenirs, railroad gift item, Thomas & Friends™ items, and much more. Find the perfect gifts for your friends & family!
HISTORY
The Texas State Railroad is not only a “Texas Treasure,” it is the official Railroad of Texas.
The Texas state prison system established the railroad in 1881. Inmates built the line, which was used to transport hardwood, which was used a fuel, for the furnaces at the prison-operated iron smelter at the Rusk Penitentiary. The furnace supplied the State of Texas with iron products, including the columns and dome structure for the capitol building in Austin. The original construction was a narrow gauge line, but was later built in standard gauge in order to join into the main-line.
In 1906, prison crews extended the rail line to Maydelle and in 1909 reached their final destination of Palestine. Once the train line was completed into Palestine, the line was easily accessible to the main lines and commerce in and around the area flourished.
In 1913, the prison ceased operations of the iron furnace and the Penitentiary was converted into the state mental hospital. In 1921, the regular rail service was discontinued and the line was leased to the Texas & New Orleans (Southern Pacific Railroad Co.). The Texas Southeastern Railroad leased the line in the early 1960’s and continued operation of the line until 1969.
The railroad was conveyed to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department in 1972 and state inmates were again brought in to help with the creation of the state historical park. The park and railroad were opened to the public on July 4th 1976 as part of the nations Bicentennial Celebration.
In 2003, Texas State Representative Chuck Hopson lead the way in proclaiming a resolution from the 78th Legislature of the State of Texas, designating the Texas State Railroad as the Official Railroad of Texas.
The state’s parks and wildlife department successfully ran the railroad until the management was privatized with a contract with American Heritage Railways in September of 2007.
Please join us in helping to maintain this important piece of Texas heritage by taking a ride on the Texas State Railroad, - truly a “Texas Treasure!”
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Last few times I drove my kid to Rusk or to Palestine to ride we had a great time on the 300. My question is what's up with the 400? Does it even exist anymore??? I thought that was it at the Polar Express, but was unsure in the dark...
The Texas State Railroad, established 1881, is truly a “Texas Treasure!” This historic train travels through the scenic piney woods and hardwood creek bottoms of East Texas where rolling hills, nature and wildlife abound.
