Washington, D.C.
Union Station
UNION STATION
50 Massachusetts Avenue NEWashington, D.C. 20002
11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
FREE Fun For All!
Join Us in Washington, D.C. and rediscover the kid in you!
- Meet and Greet with the National Spokesperson
- 40th Anniversary "Exhibit Train"
- B&O Railroad and the Civil War Exhibit
- State Partnership Display
- Amtrak High-Speed Rail Display
- K-9 Unit Demonstrations
- Amtrak: Dining the Rail Way
- Train Equipment Displays
- Model Train Displays
- Amtrak 40th Anniversary Display
- AmtraKids Depot
- Live Entertainment
Don't miss your chance to see model trains, train equipment displays, special exhibits and other exciting attractions:
40th Anniversary Exhibit Train:
Washington, D.C.'s National Train Day event will serve to launch the nationwide tour of the 40th anniversary "exhibit train." The exhibit will include two locomotives and three renovated baggage cars displaying historic advertising, uniforms, photos, and other memorabilia. An Amtrak Bistro car will be used as a retail center and for various exhibits.
B&O Railroad and the Civil War Exhibit:
The B&O Railroad owned the only line into Washington, D.C. during the Civil War, playing a critical role during the conflict. Abraham Lincoln made only five historic railroad journeys during his presidency—all across the B&O's line. This interactive exhibit is presented in partnership with the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Museum.
State Partnership Display:
Learn about how Amtrak partners with each state to provide specialized service. A locally focused exhibit will be on display at each major National Train Day celebration.
Amtrak High-Speed Rail Display:
Check out this exhibit, which showcases Amtrak's leadership, expertise and experience with high-speed rail.
K-9 Unit Demonstrations:
Witness Amtrak Security K-9 Units, one of the largest programs in the country, perform demonstrations with the dogs and their handlers.
Amtrak: Dining the Rail Way:
Catch a glimpse of history as you see how dining on trains has evolved, plus view live culinary demonstrations with celebrity Chefs Michel Richard and Gerard Bertholon and sample meals offered in Amtrak's dining cars.
Train Equipment Displays:
Get up close and personal with Amtrak equipment to
experience first-hand the modern amenities and accommodations offered by
passenger rail. Then, take a peek at how passengers traveled in generations
past by touring a variety of historic train cars and privately owned luxury
coaches. Commuter and freight equipment displays (featured in select markets)
will highlight today's modern rail passenger services and how "green"
locomotives are transforming the nation's freight fleet. Please note the following in connection with the Train Equipment Displays—
- All strollers must be checked
- There are stairs throughout the display, if you require assistance please ask an Amtrak staff member
- No bathrooms are available on the platforms
- No re-entry is permitted
COMMUTER
MARC MP36 Locomotive
MARC Commuter Bi-Level car
VRE Rail car
VRE Locomotive
HISTORIC CARS
Cannon Ball – Business car
Golden Moon – Sleeper Lounge-Crews quarters
Imperial Leaf – Business car
Southern Hospitality – Dome-Lounge car
J Pinckney Henderson – Sleeper-Lounge car
Hollywood Beach – Sleeper-Lounge
Greenwich Estate – Lounge-Parlor-Dining car
Greenwich Harbor – Lounge-Parlor-Dining car
Scottish Thistle – Business car
40th ANNIVERSARY EXHIBIT TRAIN
P40 and F40 Locomotives re-colored for 40th
Ten & Six Sleeper
Exhibit car
Exhibit car
Exhibit car
Bistro car
AMTRAK EQUIPMENT
Amtrak Auto Train Mini-Display:
Superliner Sleeping car
Auto Train Lounge for Sleeping car passengers
Auto Train Dining car for Sleeping car passengers
Auto Train Coach
Coach Transition Sleeper
NER Amfleet ClubDinette
Northeast Regional Business car
ACELA EXPRESS TRAIN SET
National Train Day Train Display cars subject to change without notice.
Model Train Displays:
Delight in the craft of model train displays and take a closer look at these miniature masterpieces.
Amtrak 40th Anniversary Display:
On May 1, 2011, Amtrak will celebrate 40 years as America's RailroadSM. Explore the history of Amtrak and find out more about the future of passenger rail, as well as current routes, amenities and onboard offerings.
AmtraKids Depot:
Attend the Amtrak 40th birthday celebration and enjoy a day of nonstop fun creating party decorations, engaging in cool arts and crafts and decorating cookies.
Live Entertainment:
Enjoy live entertainment from Radio Disney and The Diggity Dudes.
