Texas State Railroad - Palestine, Rusk Texas - July 2019
A Saturday adventure on the Texas State Railroad. Departing Palestine to Rusk and back to Palestine. We were in the 'Open Air' car (the cheapest seats). Probably the best way to enjoy it.
Polar Express - Colton Onstot
A news style video of the Polar Express train ride in Wolfforth, Texas.
World War II Mock Battle - Texas State Railroad, Palestine, TX
A World War II mock battle between German and United States soldiers in Southern Germany in 1945 was held during the Armed Forces Memorial Day Weekend event Saturday, May 23, 2009 at the Texas State Railroad's Palestine Depot in Palestine, Texas. The day featured living history demonstrations with re-enactors from the Revolutionary War period up to the present. Rides on a Huey helicopter and a sspecial military train were available.
Durango to Silverton Railway CO
Riding the Durango to Silverton Railway on May 16 2015. Part of the guided tour from Southern Utah Scenic Tours.
Our Family Trip on the Polar Express - Bryson City, NC
My family absolutely LOVES the Polar Express Book and Movie. We just so happen to live in a close proximity to a Real Life version located in Bryson City, North Carolina, put on by the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad!
I surprised my wife and kids with tickets for all of us to ride! If you ever wondered what the Polar Express is like, look no further. Look for my synopsis of the trip on soon. To book your trip, go to
Lots of questions about what the benefit of First Class is, one of the BIGGEST is, not only do you get a booth that has goodies at your table (petit fours, gingerbread cookies and more), but even though every train car gets hot chocolate, you get to KEEP your Ceramic Mug (ours looked like this:
I do not own or profit from the use of the Music from the Original Soundtrack: The Polar Express featured in this video.
2014 Coolest Hardware Store - Braly's Ace Hardare Palestine, TX
Steven and Vicki Braly of Braly's Ace Hardware in Palestine, TX have been recognized by Ace as being one of the Coolest Hardware Stores in 2014!
Polar Express
Visit for the countdown calendar.
For twenty-five years, Polar Express has been a treasured holiday classic. To commemorate this special anniversary, a lavish gift edition has been created. The set includes a silver foil border, a CD audio recording read by Liam Neeson, a note from Chris Van Allsburg, and a silvery keepsake All Aboard ornament.
Awarded the prestigious Caldecott Medal in 1986, The Polar Express has sold more than 7 million copies, become a classic holiday movie, and been translated into stage productions that take place across the United States during the holiday season.
Texas State Railroad Military Train
Texas State RR. military train and battle reinactment Memorial Day weekend 2012
Delta Polar Express Fantasy Flight
USO of North Carolina and Delta Air Lines provided a unique holiday adventure at Charlotte Douglas Airport for children of fallen military service members with Saturday evening's Delta Air Lines Polar Express Fantasy Flight. The Delta Air Lines Gate A5 at Charlotte Douglas Airport transformed into a winter wonderland complete with snow, gifts, a photo booth, snacks, a DJ and a special visit by Santa, Mrs. Claus and their elves, to provide 60 “Gold Star” children with a special holiday adventure. Delta Airlines and its employees, along with the USO of North Carolina, Charlotte Center, and the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) organized the special Delta Polar Express fantasy flight for 60 “Gold Star” children under the age of 12. “Gold Star” families are the family members of a fallen military service man or woman.
Texas State Rail Road Trip (4)
@ the Rusk service facility for TSRR
Texas State Railroad Steam Locomotive Action 1995
Some1995 steam railroading action captures from my many trips to east Texas. At the time, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department operated the railroad as a park. Discussion was, even then, often about the $1 million annual expenditure above that of passenger revenue and how the operation ought to be privatized or shut down. The TSRR is much like some other steam railroad operations where it is physically isolated from the modern world allowing patrons to step into a portal to the past. The Cumbres & Toltec in New Mexico is another example. I figured I should get some images of the operation since its future was uncertain. #400 is a 1917 Baldwin Locomotive Works 2-8-2 light Mikado. The operation was privatized in 2007 and has had a couple of different operators since then. Video #20.
Cab Ride in Texas State Railroad Engine #300 Part 1
Engine 300 is one of two surviving United States Army Pershing engines. This type of engine was named after General Blackjack Pershing and built for service in Europe during World War One. Fortunately, this locomotive remained in the United States, primarily serving the Camp Polk Army Base in Leesville Louisiana.
This engine is a 2-8-0 type, meaning that it has two wheels in the front, eight drivers in the middle and no wheels at the rear of the engine. This wheel arrangement is commonly referred to as a Consolidation.
At the end of WWII the locomotive was acquired by the Tremont and Gulf Railroad, a Louisiana Short line. The T. & G. completely rebuilt the engine and renumbered it 28. The T. & G. sold number 28 to the Southern Pine Lumber Company, and East Texas short line operated by the Temple Lumber Company. After years of dedicated service, the company owner, Mr. Arthur Temple, donated the engine to the Texas State Railroad in 1973.
The engine was brought to the railroad in 1976. Boiler problems and budget restrains delayed restoration efforts until the late eighties when work began on obtaining a new boiler for the old war-horse. All running gear and appliances were completely reworked or replaced. After years of effort, engine 300 was put into active service on April 13, 1996 to commemorate the Texas State Railroad's Centennial celebration. From her humble origins of hauling freight, lumber an munitions to her present occupation of transporting tourist and rail fans of all ages, Engine 300 has done it all with style and grace.
Cab Ride in Texas State Railroad Engine #300 Part 2
Engine 300 is one of two surviving United States Army Pershing engines. This type of engine was named after General Blackjack Pershing and built for service in Europe during World War One. Fortunately, this locomotive remained in the United States, primarily serving the Camp Polk Army Base in Leesville Louisiana.
This engine is a 2-8-0 type, meaning that it has two wheels in the front, eight drivers in the middle and no wheels at the rear of the engine. This wheel arrangement is commonly referred to as a Consolidation.
At the end of WWII the locomotive was acquired by the Tremont and Gulf Railroad, a Louisiana Short line. The T. & G. completely rebuilt the engine and renumbered it 28. The T. & G. sold number 28 to the Southern Pine Lumber Company, and East Texas short line operated by the Temple Lumber Company. After years of dedicated service, the company owner, Mr. Arthur Temple, donated the engine to the Texas State Railroad in 1973.
The engine was brought to the railroad in 1976. Boiler problems and budget restrains delayed restoration efforts until the late eighties when work began on obtaining a new boiler for the old war-horse. All running gear and appliances were completely reworked or replaced. After years of effort, engine 300 was put into active service on April 13, 1996 to commemorate the Texas State Railroad's Centennial celebration. From her humble origins of hauling freight, lumber an munitions to her present occupation of transporting tourist and rail fans of all ages, Engine 300 has done it all with style and grace.
Texas State Railroad: Past, Present, & Future Part 1
In my first narrated feature, we go on the Texas State Railroad on it's final days before privatization.
North Pole Express train ride 12/4/10
The Mountain in Canton Texas - Virtual Tour
- 1800′s Style LIVE gun fights, LIVE singers, Restaurants and Late Night Shopping!
The Mountain is an old west town. It is nestled on a wooded hillside two blocks east of downtown Canton, Texas located just one hour East of Dallas on I-20. Overnight lodging, unique shops and restaurants line the winding streets. Many of the shop owners dress in period clothing.
Texas State Railroad Maydelle Excursion Engine #300 2-8-0
Engine 300 is one of two surviving United States Army Pershing engines. This type of engine was named after General Blackjack Pershing and built for service in Europe during World War One. Fortunately, this locomotive remained in the United States, primarily serving the Camp Polk Army Base in Leesville Louisiana.
This engine is a 2-8-0 type, meaning that it has two wheels in the front, eight drivers in the middle and no wheels at the rear of the engine. This wheel arrangement is commonly referred to as a Consolidation.
At the end of WWII the locomotive was acquired by the Tremont and Gulf Railroad, a Louisiana Short line. The T. & G. completely rebuilt the engine and renumbered it 28. The T. & G. sold number 28 to the Southern Pine Lumber Company, and East Texas short line operated by the Temple Lumber Company. After years of dedicated service, the company owner, Mr. Arthur Temple, donated the engine to the Texas State Railroad in 1973.
The engine was brought to the railroad in 1976. Boiler problems and budget restrains delayed restoration efforts until the late eighties when work began on obtaining a new boiler for the old war-horse. All running gear and appliances were completely reworked or replaced. After years of effort, engine 300 was put into active service on April 13, 1996 to commemorate the Texas State Railroad's Centennial celebration. From her humble origins of hauling freight, lumber an munitions to her present occupation of transporting tourist and rail fans of all ages, Engine 300 has done it all with style and grace.
Texas State Railroad Train Passing Through Maydelle, Texas
Originally part of the Texas Prison system it was later transferred to Texas Parks and Wildlife as a state park. It is currently being run by Iowa Pacific Holdings. More information about this railroad can be found here:
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