- Last Updated on Thursday, 01 August 2013 05:27
Pennsylvania Trolley Museum Announces the Opening of New Exhibit:
The Pennsylvania Trolley Museum (PTM) is pleased to announce the opening of its new exhibit: “Streetcar Stories of Washington County” on Friday August 30, 2013, recognizing 60 years since the interurban ran in Washington County.
The Pennsylvania Trolley Museum (PTM) is pleased to announce the opening of its new exhibit: “Streetcar Stories of Washington County” on Friday August 30, 2013, recognizing 60 years since the interurban ran in Washington County.
.jpg) 1710 North Bound on McKean Ave. at 5th Charleroi, PA.
(Photo credit: Edward S. Miller, Miller Library, Pennsylvania Trolley Museum.) |
This exhibit features not only large display panels, showcasing individuals’ lives during the interurban trolley car era through documentaries that capture stories in their own words.
Lynne Thompson, the Museum’s Educator and Volunteer Coordinator, said of the exhibit: “Visitors will be able to get a real sense of what the time period was like, through the stories of those who experienced the interurban streetcars in Washington County. The exhibit is multi-faceted so that visitors can have a diverse sensory experience with the inclusion of the digital documentaries created by the students of the Douglas Education Center in Monessen. Folks can complete their visit by actually riding a vintage trolley.” This educational living history experience captures the museum’s mission, and embraces our motto, “It’s more than a ride, it’s an experience!”
Join us in celebrating the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum 50th year open to the public and 60 years anniversary of the end of the interurban lines to Washington County through this new exciting exhibit. During the interurban era of Washington County, the first half of the 20th Century, trolleys were not just a mode of transportation for people. While it’s true people took the trolley to work, play, shopping and school; through the stories we have gathered we learned that people had very memorial experiences during their rides. There is more than one love story connect with a streetcar ride.
In addition, there will also be regular tours of the museum. Admission is $9 adults, $8 seniors (62+), $6 children (3-15) and free for kids under 3. Admission includes the Trolley Era introductory film and exhibits; unlimited scenic trolley rides; a tour of the Trib Total Media Trolley Display Building which houses nearly three dozen streetcars; picnic area and a museum store.
To reach the Museum, take I-79 to Exit 41 Racetrack Road and follow the blue signs approximately four miles to the Museum. For further information, call 724-228-9256 or visit www.patrolley.org.
Lynne Thompson, the Museum’s Educator and Volunteer Coordinator, said of the exhibit: “Visitors will be able to get a real sense of what the time period was like, through the stories of those who experienced the interurban streetcars in Washington County. The exhibit is multi-faceted so that visitors can have a diverse sensory experience with the inclusion of the digital documentaries created by the students of the Douglas Education Center in Monessen. Folks can complete their visit by actually riding a vintage trolley.” This educational living history experience captures the museum’s mission, and embraces our motto, “It’s more than a ride, it’s an experience!”
Join us in celebrating the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum 50th year open to the public and 60 years anniversary of the end of the interurban lines to Washington County through this new exciting exhibit. During the interurban era of Washington County, the first half of the 20th Century, trolleys were not just a mode of transportation for people. While it’s true people took the trolley to work, play, shopping and school; through the stories we have gathered we learned that people had very memorial experiences during their rides. There is more than one love story connect with a streetcar ride.
In addition, there will also be regular tours of the museum. Admission is $9 adults, $8 seniors (62+), $6 children (3-15) and free for kids under 3. Admission includes the Trolley Era introductory film and exhibits; unlimited scenic trolley rides; a tour of the Trib Total Media Trolley Display Building which houses nearly three dozen streetcars; picnic area and a museum store.
To reach the Museum, take I-79 to Exit 41 Racetrack Road and follow the blue signs approximately four miles to the Museum. For further information, call 724-228-9256 or visit www.patrolley.org.
