Tickets go on sale February 26th.
This summer, steam locomotive no. 765 will march between Lewistown and Gallitzin, Pennsylvania, climbing the famous Horseshoe Curve on Memorial Day Weekend – May 25th, 26th, and 27th. For the first time in over 30 years, ride a steam-powered passenger train through the Allegheny mountain range, enjoying the sights, sounds, and experiences of timeless American industry.
Three 160-mile round-trips excursions of the Horseshoe Curve Special will traverse one of the busiest routes in the country over the former Pennsylvania Railroad’s “Middle Division,” and through Altoona, the railroad capital of the Standard Railroad of the World.
All round-trips depart the historic Lewistown station in the morning (approximately 8AM), turn at Gallitzin, and arrive Lewistown in evening (approximately 6PM.) Each trip will include a 2.5-hour layover in Altoona.
Built in 1944, steam locomotive no. 765 was one of thousands of steam locomotives that sped the country to victory during World War II. Today, it’s a supercharged good-will ambassador, bringing to life a dramatic era of innovation to thousands each year since being restored in 1979 by the Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society.
Behind no. 765 will ride a fleet of restored coach, deluxe coach, dome car, and first class passenger cars with special lounge and observation offerings available, enabling riders to retrace the route of the Broadway Limited and over one of the world’s premiere railroad landmarks in style and comfort.
All deluxe coach, dome car, and first class options includes continental breakfast, soft drinks refreshments, relish tray, hors d’oeurves, snacks, boxed lunch, and admission to the Altoona Railroaders Museum. Coach passengers are encouraged to purchase these when tickets are booked.
While child ticket options are available, children not occupying a seat are free. Members of the Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society are eligible for a 10% discount on coach options. Members will receive instructions via mail or may us at anytime to receive it at ticketagent @ fwrhs.org.
Expected to accompany the train will be Norfolk Southern no. 8102, a brand new General Electric diesel locomotive painted in the heritage colors of the Pennsylvania Railroad.
The 1849-built station in Lewistown is the oldest surviving structure built by the Pennsylvania Railroad. It is owned, restored and maintained as an archive facility by the Pennsylvania Railroad Technical & Historical Society, which has graciously allowed us to use it as the departure point for the Horseshoe Curve Special. Parking, boarding and departure information will be forwarded to passengers at a later date.
Looking for a place to stay? Visitwww.juniatarivervalley.org for local amenities.
Passengers wanting to take Amtrak to Lewistown and overnight before the excursion are encouraged to take advantage of our special discount offering 10% off Amtrak travel to the Horseshoe Curve Special.
Photos represent actual passenger cars in use for the Horseshoe Curve Special. Due to the historic nature of passenger equipment, we reserve the right to substitute equipment. View the Mohave (first class), The Observatory (dome, deluxe) and Dover Harbor.
Want to take the train? Passengers and fans can get an exclusive 10% discount on all Amtrak travel to Lewistown, Altoona, and Harrisburg between May 22nd-May 30th, allowing travel by train to the Horseshoe Curve Special in the days before and after the trips. This discount applies to Amtrak travel only.
When ordering tickets with Amtrak, use the discount codes below for your destination city:
X57N-968 Altoona, PA
X58N-968 Lewistown, PA
X59N-968 Harrisburg, PA
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Excursion tickets go on sale February 26th.
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Disclaimers
These trips are operated by the Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society, Inc. (FWRHS), a 501(c)3 non-profit corporation, in a special partnership with Norfolk Southern Corp. All ticketing and event administration is handled by the FWRHS. Please do not contact Norfolk Southern or Amtrak regarding these excursions. Their offices, call centers and employees do not have information about these trips. For information on Amtrak discount codes for Amtrak travel related to these trips, please contact FWRHS.
Every effort will be made to operate trains as advertised, but as these are special, one-time events, the FWRHS and the railroad companies cannot guarantee times and assume no consequential liability for inconvenience or expense caused by delays. Please do not book other transportation or make reservations that are time sensitive. Due to the historic nature of equipment in use, we reserve the right to substitute motive power or rolling stock as necessary. Trains to run rain or shine.
Safety
These operations are dependent not only on financial success, but on the safety and responsibility of its patrons and supporters. Please observe all on-board safety requirements and instructions from railroad employees, car hosts, and locomotive crew. FWRHS and the railroad reserve the right to refuse any passenger who does not comply with safety rules or whose behavior is considered detrimental to other passengers and/or crew.
Passengers should wear sturdy, comfortable shoes. Flip flops, sandals, open-toed or high-heel shoes are prohibited. There are no separate runbys or photo stops planned. Vestibule doors will not be accessible when the train is in motion.
The possession or consumption of alcoholic beverages or illicit drugs on the train or railroad property is strictly prohibited. Small coolers and jugs for food and drink are welcome. Large coolers are prohibited due to space limitations. Smoking is prohibited on board the train.
FWRHS cannot guarantee the security of cameras and other personal property.
Accessibility
Most of the passenger cars utilized in these operations are historic in nature and exempt from ADA handicap requirements. Cars have narrow hallways, doorways, and small restrooms. Passengers traveling in a wheelchair or comparable assistive device are responsible for providing ticketed person(s) necessary to assist in loading, unloading or on board mobility. Passengers with limited mobility need to be aware of these limitations and should expect such situations.
Seating
Passengers who desire to sit together must make reservations at the same time and present themselves on the train together. Reservations will be made by car name or number but not individual seats. FWRHS will forward car assignments prior to boarding and departure
Refunds
Refunds will be issued only if there is a wait list for that particular class of ticket. Refunds are subject to a 10% service charge.
These excursions are a major fund-raising activity for historic rail preservation projects. All FWRHS personnel you see are volunteers.
