National Train Day - May 8 (in Chicago)

Now, here is an important National Day!

It's Saturday, May 8. The 3rd Annual National Train Day. (Actually, "the" National Train Day is May 1 in Washington, D.C. But it will be celebrated May 8 in Chicago.)

The place to be? Chicago's Union Station!

Tour private and Amtrak train cars, explore interactive and educational exhibits, enjoy live entertainment and much more. Discover how the latest green technologies are a major part of what inspires us. See a wide assortment of historical displays, model train masterpieces, extensive equipment exhibits and other train-centric events.

Visit Chicago's Union Station for the following events:

• Video kick-off with the National Spokesperson - Taye Diggs
• The Blues Journey and Connection to the Railroad Exhibit
• Train Equipment Displays
• Model Train Displays
• AmtraKids Depot
• Go-Green Express: Eco Exhibit
• National Park Service Trails & Rails Exhibit
• Snapshot Station
• Trains Move our Economy Exhibit
• Amtrak Display - Enjoy the journey®

For more information about National Train Day events, promotions, and information, visit http://www.nationaltrainday.com/

Union Station
210 South Canal Street
Chicago, IL 60606

How do you get there from Woodstock? Take the train, of course!