A History of Electric Trains in Texas
Dallas, TX 75074
+1 972 947 2117
http://www.planoparks.org/sub_downtown/interurban_museum.htm
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A History of Electric Trains in Texas |
901 E 15th St Dallas, TX 75074 +1 972 947 2117 http://www.planoparks.org/sub_downtown/interurban_museum.htm |
Commuting is a fact of life for tens of million of Americans. Whether by car, metro, bus, or even on a bicycle, commuters make this daily grind. In suburban Dallas, there is the Interurban Electric Railway that commemorates some of the significant developments in urban transportation. Between 1908 and 1948 the Texas Electric Railway ran from Dallas to Denison, among many other routes throughout Texas. The primary stop between these locations was in Plano, which is now the site for the Interurban Railway Museum. After 1948, the station remained closed until 1990. The city of Plano decided to renovate the station into a museum to recognize the importance of the station as a major stepping stone in technological progression. The electric railway car was an important advancement of the traditional steam engine, allowing for more frequent stops and making communication and transportation easier more efficient. The museam features pictures, displays, and artifacts from the Texas Electric Railway. You can even tour one of the train cars. Whether you're a train fanatic, or a family seeking an interesting history lesson, this museum will surely be a fun excursion, especially for the kids. Call to schedule tours. Admission is free. Review © 2009, Wcities |
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