Texas State Railroad

C. Chapman (Chap) Boaz, General Manager and Lori Pennington, Marketing Manager for the Texas State Railroad will give a presentation on recent activity and current goings on at the railroad. With American Heritage Railways assuming the management of the Texas State Railroad in September 2007, some changes in the way the railroad is operated are being implemented. American Heritage also operates the Durango & Silverton Railroad and the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. Chap and Lori will show some video clips that will give us an update on the operation of the railroad.

The Texas State Railroad has in its roster of engines, a Baldwin 2-8-0, a 2-8-2, a 4-6-2, a Cooke 4-6-0, and an Alco RS-2. Two additional engines can be expected to join the roster soon.

The Texas State Railroad runs from Palestine to Rusk, Texas. Riders can purchase tickets to originate trips from either depot. More information is available at www.texasstaterr.com.