Horseshoe Curve National Historic Landmark
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The Horseshoe Curve is in a quiet, beautiful part of the city. It's had some work done to it over the years to accommodate travelers and visitors to the area. There is a small incline plane to ride to a viewing area, where you are able to see the entire curve at once. A must see for everyone - if you happen to be in the area, or passing through the area. It has a lot of history.
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At the Railroaders Memorial Museum, you can see a film that describes how the Horseshoe Curve was built by some 450 immigrants with picks and shovels and opened in 1854. Then you can ride uphill to watch the trains at Horseshoe Curve National Historic Landmark. Administered by the Railroaders Memorial Museum, this incredible engineering feat revolutionized rail travel, cleared the way for the westward expansion of the railroad, and made the Allegheny Portage Railroad obsolete (see previous entry under Cresson).
The story of Horseshoe Curve is told at a modern interpretive center. Visitors can ride to track elevation onboard the single-track funicular or walk the 194 evenly spaced stairs. At track elevation, more than fifty trains can be viewed every day along the Norfolk Southern mainline. One round-trip funicular ride is included in the admission.
There is a food concession open seasonally, and all restrooms have changing tables. Thomas the Tank Engine playdays include activities and movies.
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