For the first time in over 40 years, a steam locomotive and special passenger train will operate arrive from Joliet, Illinois and arrive at downtown Chicago’s LaSalle Street Station, hosting visitors from the region and tourists from around the country.

Passengers will enjoy a VIP experience at LaSalle Street Station This summer, a restored 1940’s-era steam locomotive will operate The Joliet Rocket, a high-speed, passenger train excursion between Joliet and Chicago, Illinois for tourists railroad fans and the general public alike.

Private donor partners with historical society for restoration.

Benefits include ticket discounts, special access

“Riverfront destination would draw train enthusiasts all year long”

FORT WAYNE, INDIANA. – For the third year in a row, the Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society’s Santa Trains have sold out in under 24 hours. The popular event, which offers a 20-minute train ride with Santa Claus, has been expanded in 2016 to include extra days and has turned...