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Opening Weekend - Railtown 1897 State Historic Park

 All aboard! on the opening weekend for the regular steam train operating season at Railtown 1897 SHP!  Arrive at 9:30 a.m. and watch the crew prepare the train for the day in the historic roundhouse. 

On our season weekend train rides, guests will enjoy a memorable six-mile, 45-minute round trip ride on the rails of the famous "Movie Railroad," including past the iconic water tank seen in "Petticoat Junction," a popular TV show that aired in the 60's and 70's. Excursion trains are scheduled for 10:30 am, 12 pm, 1:30 pm and 3:00 pm, April through September. Tickets may be purchased in advance online.

The Park is open for self-guided and guided tours  year-round. Exhibits, including a movie museum, are found throughout the grounds.


Starts: April 05, 2025

Ends: September 28, 2025

Occurs: Sunday, Saturday
Time: Varies

Location: Jamestown
18115 5th Ave., Jamestown, CA 95327

Event Type: Education & Learning

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