More than 2500 enjoyed the debut of the Indiana History Train at the Indiana Rail Road Company. Kids in attendance told us they learned a lot and the train was “cool.” The weather was a little cold on Saturday but turned into a great day, as did Sunday. The documentary previewed in the “Depot” tent was also a big hit as was the Abraham Lincoln presenter! All in all, the first stop of the train was a great success and we look forward to many more just the same.

They love their history and trains in Columbus! Thousands came out to the History Train there, Oct. 5-6, at the Bartholomew County Fairgrounds. In addition, the Bartholomew County Historical Society enjoyed a private evening reception at the train. The three bright red exhibit cars and the Indiana Rail Road locomotive could be seen hundreds of yards down Hwy. 11 and served to attract folks from throughout the area!

The Indiana History Train rolled across the Ohio River and into the historic Union Station in Louisville, attracting much attention as it chugged along. Curiosity seekers, history enthusiasts and train fans stopped by to tour the exhibit and see what all the excitement was about. President Lincoln and a Union soldier greeted visitors to the station. The Kentucky Historical Society was there to welcome us as well!

Early rains and gusty winds did not prevent more than 2500 residents of southwestern Indiana from touring the Indiana History Train October 15-17 in Evansville. Sunday drew the largest crowd as the winds finally died down and the sun came out. Adults, grandparents with their grandchildren and families of all ages climbed the ramp leading to the 1809 car -- the first car you enter, and numbered for the year Lincoln was born. Next, it's off to Bloomfield, where hundreds of school children from throughout the area are scheduled to tour on Tuesday and Wednesday!