Steamtown National Historic Site Announces Events for Winter

Winter Updates and Holiday Events at Steamtown National Historic Site

Winter is knocking on the door! While heading into the “off season” there are still plenty of opportunities to get into the spirit of the season at Steamtown National Historic Site (NHS)!

Winter Updates

Saturday, November 16: begin winter hours of operation, 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., daily.

Steamtown’s History Museum, Roundhouse building, and outdoor spaces will remain open throughout the winter. Weather may cause delays or closures, for updates visit http://go.nps.gov/STEAconditions.

Friday, 11/22

5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Stuff the Caboose

Spread some holiday cheer and help us “Stuff the Caboose” with non-perishable food items to benefit United Neighborhoods of NEPA ahead of the holiday season.  Visitors will also have the opportunity to enjoy some hot cocoa, s’mores, holiday lights, and music performed by West Scranton High School Band.

Friday – Sunday, 11/29-12/1

11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., each day

Holiday Express to Moscow

Have family visiting for the holiday? Spend time with them on board a scenic train ride along Roaring Brook through a northeastern hardwood forest to the quant country borough of Moscow, Pennsylvania. NOTE: this train may already be sold out, however, folks are encouraged to visit the park or Moscow Station to see the train in action before departure and after arrival.

Saturday, 12/7

10:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

LHVA’s Christmas in a Small Town “Santa Train”

Santa and Mrs. Claus will once again spread holiday cheer as they journey through the upper and mid-valley communities of Lackawanna County, stopping at five historic train stations along the way. Families are invited to join in the festive spirit, where Santa and Mrs. Claus will greet children with warmth and joy, sparking the magic of the season. NOTE: this is NOT a passenger train. Review the Clauses travel itinerary, so you don’t miss their visit to your town:

·        Carbondale – 10:30 a.m.

·        Archbald – 11:35 a.m.

·        Jessup – 12:20 p.m.

·        Olyphant – 1:00 p.m.

·        Dickson City – 1:45 p.m.

·        Scranton/Steamtown – 3:00 p.m.

Saturdays and Sundays, 12/8, 12/14, 12/15, 12/21, and 12/22

9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m., each day

North Pole Limited

Join the Iron Horse Society and Santa for a magical steam train adventure! Get into the holiday spirit by experiencing the sounds and tastes of the holiday season starting with an “All Aboard” from the Conductor! Sing along with our roaming musicians as they play carols and enjoy a holiday treat.  Tickets and additional information: North Pole Limited — Iron Horse Society