Historic Train Travel (Free Program) For Adult Learners

by The Durham Museum

Join us for a virtual tour of the museum’s authentic train
cars! We will start with a look at our 1890s steam engine and 1950s caboose,
followed by a walk through our passenger trains. Luxurious rail travel awaits!

A special thank you to our generous sponsors: Great Plains Communications, The Lincoln Financial Foundation, the Lozier Foundation, and the Debby Durham Family Foundation.

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About This Program

Cost

Multipoint: $0.00
Multipoint Premium: $0.00

FREE!

Length

30 minutes

Target Audience

Education: Adult Learners

Minimum participants:

Maximum participants:

Primary Disciplines

Social Studies/History

Program Delivery Mode

Zoom
Microsoft Teams

Booking Information

Programs must be requested no later than two weeks before your desired date. Classes are available Monday through Friday between 2:30 PM CST and 4PM CST. Please check that your account is in the correct time zone before booking.

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For more information contact CILC at (507) 388-3672

Provider's Cancellation Policy

Please notify us with-in 48 hours if it is necessary to cancel a session. We understand that cancelations my occur (ie due to weather) and will reschedule

About This Provider

The Durham Museum

Omaha, NE
United States

The Durham Museum offers a fascinating look at the history of the region and offers a broad range of traveling exhibits covering subjects ranging from history and culture to science, industry, and more through our affiliation with the Smithsonian Institution and strong ties with the Library of Congress, National Archives and the Field Museum.

Contact:
Education Department
education@durhammuseum.org
4024445027

Program Details

Format

1) Program opens with a basic explanation and introduction of the topic
2) We will begin interactive discussion on railroads and trains, while standing on real train cars.
3) Time is set aside for questions at the closing (as well as throughout the presentation)

Objectives

After attending The Durham Museum’s Historic Train Travel Class, participants will:
Explore the importance of mid-century rail travel.