Aurora and the Burlington Railroad: Celebrating 175 Years Exhibit

Schedule

Wed May 15 2024 at 12:00 pm to 04:00 pm

Location

David L Pierce Art and History | Aurora, IL

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Explore the history of Aurora and the Burlington Railroad: Celebrating 175 Years, 1849-2024.
Artifacts include photos, a handcar, keys, signage, a bell from Chicago, Burlington & Quincy (CB&Q) Railroad Steam Engine #4956, and two pieces from locomotives involved in the 1964 train wreck in Montgomery, to name a few.
The exhibit will run from Friday, March 1, 2024 through Saturday, August 17, 2024. Free, donations appreciated.
Visit aurorahistory.org for more information.
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David L Pierce Art and History, 20 E Downer Pl,Aurora,IL,United States

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