BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Southeastern Railway Museum - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.train-museum.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Southeastern Railway Museum REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20170312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20171105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20180311T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20181104T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20190310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20191103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180201T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180407T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182704 CREATED:20180119T021557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180301T004658Z UID:1714-1517472000-1523120400@www.train-museum.org SUMMARY:Photo Competition 2018 DESCRIPTION:2018 Southeastern Railway Museum Photography Competition\nThe annual photo competition at the Southeastern Railway Museum is back! Photographers are invited to submit photos taken at the Southeastern Railway Museum for exhibit in a gallery at the Museum. Entries will be accepted February 1 – March 3 during operating hours. Photographs will be on display throughout March\, and visitors are encouraged to vote for their favorite. \nPhotos will be judged in three categories: \n\nEquipment (all railroad cars and locomotives)\nExhibits (other than railroad equipment)\nPeople (staged or candid)\n\nFor details including submission guidelines\, judging\, and an entry form\, see the photo competition brochure and the information below. \n \n  \n\nSubmissions\nTo enter\, the following are required: \n\n2018 Photo Contest Entry Form on brochure\nDigital submission to photo@srmduluth.org (details below and in brochure)\nPrint submission (details below and in brochure)\nModel release (if subjects are recognizable)\nEntry fee\, or a copy of your entry fee receipt\n\nEntry Fee\nThe entry fee is $15 for up to 5 photographs per entrant. Include an additional $3 per unmounted photo. Students with a valid identification receive a $5 discount using the “student2018” coupon code (code is entered on the payment information screen). Entry fee may be paid online through our ticket system or enclosed with your submission. \nPhotography Exhibition and Awards\nPhotos will be exhibited at the Museum during March 2018. Admission to the exhibition is included in Museum admission and attendees are encouraged to vote for “People’s Choice”. Recognition of the winners will take place on Saturday\, April 7\, coinciding with the first day of Caboose Days. All entrants are invited to attend as guests of the Museum. Please bring your proof of submission (electronic or physical) for free entry for the day. The People’s Choice and Judges’ winners will be named guest Photographers-In-Residence and invited to return to the Museum for an exclusive photo shoot. Selected winning photographs will be on display inside Duluth City Hall for a broad audience to enjoy. We also have two great sponsor-donated prizes: \n-A $100 gift certificate from Atlanta School of Photography\n-A spot in a 1-day workshop at Natural Connections Photo Workshops \n\nSubmission details:\n\nPhotos must have been taken at the Southeastern Railway Museum\, ideally within the last year\nDigital submission: High quality JPG\, PNG\, or TIFF either via email to photo@train-museum.org or by CD/USB drive in person\nPrint submission: Mounted on 11”x14” matte board (white\, off white\, or black…essentially something so that the photos do not bend)\, clearly labeled on the back with the photographer’s name and photograph title. Photos must be 8”x8”; 8”x10”; or 8”x12”. Optionally\, photos may be submitted unmounted for an additional $3 per photo to cover matte boards and processing. By submitting unmounted photos\, photographer agrees that Museum members will mount photos and not be responsible for any damage to the photos. \n\nPhotos may be dropped off at the admissions gate house or mailed to\n\nPhoto Contest\n Southeastern Railway Museum\n PO Box 1267\n Duluth\, GA 30096\n\n\n\n\nEntry fee (paid in person)\, or entry fee receipt (if you paid online\, please include a copy of your receipt)\n\nTerms:\nAny photograph obtained by or documenting the breaking of posted Museum safety rules will be disqualified. Any photograph taken in an area not open to the public will be disqualified. The Museum takes no responsibility for entries lost or delayed in the mail. All digital submissions become the property of the Southeastern Railway Museum. By entering the Contest\, photographer grants full and unlimited license to the Museum to use the image(s) as exhibits and for marketing\, fundraising\, or any other purpose\, without compensation. Photographers will be credited where possible. Prints may be picked up within two (2) weeks of the end of the exhibit period. Prints left after that time may be used by the museum. \n  \n2015 Winner Shawn Robertson’s “Check Out My New Toy” \n  URL:https://www.train-museum.org/event/photo-competition-2018/ LOCATION:Southeastern Railway Museum\, 3595 Buford Hwy\, Duluth\, GA\, 30096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.train-museum.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/taryn_bus_edit.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180208T102000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180208T120500 DTSTAMP:20260403T182704 CREATED:20180113T021503Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180129T223408Z UID:1744-1518085200-1518091500@www.train-museum.org SUMMARY:Second Thursday Preschool Program - Rockets! (featuring 'A Time for Transit') DESCRIPTION:Second Thursday Preschooler Event –The second Thursday of each month from 10:30 AM-12:05 PM\, we want your preschooler to “Get on Board” for the Southeastern Railway Museum’s special monthly preschool program! \nThis is an interactive educational program that allows the parent and child to participate together in activities related to the vehicle of the month. \nEach month our program features a different vehicle. There are 5 components to the program: game\, story/song\, activity\, craft\, and when available\, the actual “vehicle of the month” for children to see and experience. Each component lasts 15 minutes. The components will be facilitated by the museum’s Education Conductors. Second Thursday is perfect for your 2 to 4-year-old. \nThe vehicle for February 2018 is ROCKETS & SPACECRAFT. During or after the program\, join Gwinnett County Transit at the Southeastern Railway Museum and learn all things TRANSIT! \n \nPreschoolers launching stomp rockets! \nPLEASE NOTE: The Southeastern Railway Museum does not have any actual rockets. (The event photo was taken at Kennedy Space Center.) We WILL\, however\, welcome the Southern Area Rocketry model rocket club (SOAR)! Children will be able to make and launch their own stomp rockets for the ‘vehicle’ station. \n  \nThe cost is $10 per participating child. One adult is free per participating child\, additional adults are $11. To attend\, check-in at the ticket counter before 10:20 AM on the second Thursday of any month. The program is limited to the first 75 children participants (and their accompanying adults) and we strongly encourage signing up in advance. Advance tickets will cut off at 8 pm the day before (Wednesday night). If the event fills up / sells out online\, there will NOT be onsite sales on Thursday. \nWe can’t wait to see you there! \nPurchase tickets in advance on-line: https://southeasternrailwaymuseum.thundertix.com/ \n\nGwinnett County Transit will also be on site until 1 pm  talking about A Time for Transit! \nJoin Gwinnett County Transit at the Southeastern Railway Museum and learn all things TRANSIT! Check out incentives for switching over to bus rides\, answers to questions about routes\, schedules\, and the Connect Gwinnett: Transit Plan\, and opportunities to learn how to ride the bus. Free giveaways too! URL:https://www.train-museum.org/event/second-thursday-preschool-program-rockets/ LOCATION:Southeastern Railway Museum\, 3595 Buford Hwy\, Duluth\, GA\, 30096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.train-museum.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/2Trockets2-2-e1515810254601.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180308T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180308T120500 DTSTAMP:20260403T182704 CREATED:20180306T192458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180306T193105Z UID:2042-1520505000-1520510700@www.train-museum.org SUMMARY:Second Thursday Preschool Program - Locomotives! DESCRIPTION:  \nSecond Thursday Preschooler Event –The second Thursday of each month from 10:30 AM-12:05 PM\, we want your preschooler to “Get on Board” for the Southeastern Railway Museum’s special monthly preschool program! \nThis is an interactive educational program that allows the parent and child to participate together in activities related to the vehicle of the month. \n  \nEach month our program features a different vehicle. There are 5 components to the program: game\, story/song\, activity\, craft\, and when available\, the actual “vehicle of the month” for children to see and experience up close. Each station lasts 15 minutes. The components will be facilitated by the museum’s Education Conductors. Second Thursday is perfect for your 2 to 4-year-old. \nThe vehicle for March 2018 is LOCOMOTIVES. \n \n  \nThe cost is $10 per participating child. One adult is free per participating child\, additional adults are $11. To attend\, check-in at the ticket counter before 10:20 AM on the second Thursday of any month. The program is limited to the first 75 children participants (and their accompanying adults) and we strongly encourage signing up in advance. Advance tickets will cut off at 8 pm the day before (Wednesday night). If the event fills up / sells out online\, there will NOT be onsite sales on Thursday. Tickets are valid only for the month purchased and may not be used for another month’s Second Thursday program. \nTrain rides are not included as part of the program but may be purchased separately. So that program participants do not miss any of the program\, the train ride will immediately follow the last station (typically at 12:15 pm). We recommend Second Thursday participants take the train after the program\, but other train rides will be scheduled throughout the morning and afternoon. \nWe can’t wait to see you there! If you have questions\, e-mail education@train-museum.org. \nPurchase tickets in advance on-line: https://southeasternrailwaymuseum.thundertix.com/ \n  URL:https://www.train-museum.org/event/second-thursday-preschool-program-locomotives/ LOCATION:Southeastern Railway Museum\, 3595 Buford Hwy\, Duluth\, GA\, 30096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.train-museum.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/General_II_new1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180407T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180407T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182704 CREATED:20180207T014536Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180402T042522Z UID:1781-1523098800-1523116800@www.train-museum.org SUMMARY:Caboose Days 2018 (Day One) DESCRIPTION:The Southeastern Railway Museum in Duluth\, Georgia\, will celebrate cabooses\, the crews that called them home and their role on the railroad during Caboose Days. \nCome celebrate spring and one of the icons of the railroad! Our Caboose Days event is fun for the whole family! \n\n\n\nMulligan Mix-Off: Museum volunteers will stage a hobo encampment\, interpreting life on the rails. Volunteers will host a mulligan stew mix-off\, and attendees can taste samples for free and help decide the 2018 Mulligan Mixer winner.\nExclusive Caboose Interpretations: Docents will interpret the history of cabooses and the roles they played on the railroad\, highlighting the tools of the trade and describing what life was like while living and working on a caboose.\nLive Music: Atlanta band Americana band Pickxen will provide live music from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday\, April 7. Andy & Amanda will be performing on from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday\, April 8.\nPhoto Contest Winner Celebration: The museum will announce competition winners of its annual photo contest on Saturday\, April 7.\nRailroad Safety: Georgia Operation Lifesaver will present information about railroad safety.\nBook Launch Party: Museum Assistant Librarian Lloyd Neal will sign copies of their new book\, “When Atlanta Took the Train\,” which they co-authored with David H. Steinberg. The 144-page book\, published in February by Arcadia Publishing\, chronicles passenger railroad transportation in Atlanta\, starting with the 1830s to its zenith before the middle of the 20th century. Neal will give a pair of presentations about Atlanta’s railroad history. Presentations are scheduled for 12 p.m. on Saturday\, April 7\, and 2 p.m. on Sunday\, April 8.\nStory Time with the Gwinnett County Public Library\n\n\n\n\nGuests can also enjoy vendors and movies showing cabooses in action. Milligan’s Land of Cotton BBQ will be selling food. For $2\, guests can ride on the museum’s restored antique handcar\, and for $3\, guests can ride in a caboose pulled by a vintage locomotive. \nKids will also have the opportunity to participate in a scavenger hunt around the museum’s grounds for a chance to win prizes. \nDuring the event\, the museum will encourage guests to post their photos from the day to social media using the #CabooseDays hashtag. The museum will share select photos on its online channels. \nThe museum has seven cabooses in its collection\, including two that are more than 100 years old. The museum also stores four other cabooses for private owners\, some of which are on exhibit. \nMuseum admission is $10 for adults\, $8 for seniors 65 and older and $7 for children between the ages of two and 12 years old. \nPlease visit the event’s Facebook page at facebook.com/events/217514188819269/. For more information\, visit southeasternrailwaymuseum.org. \n \n  URL:https://www.train-museum.org/event/caboose-days-2018/ LOCATION:GA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.train-museum.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Caboose.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180408T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180408T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182704 CREATED:20180212T210907Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180227T030742Z UID:1966-1523185200-1523203200@www.train-museum.org SUMMARY:Caboose Days 2018 (Day Two) DESCRIPTION:The Southeastern Railway Museum in Duluth\, Georgia\, will celebrate cabooses\, the crews that called them home and their role on the railroad during Caboose Days. \nCome celebrate spring and one of the icons of the railroad! Our Caboose Days event is fun for the whole family! \n\n\n\nMulligan Mix-Off: Museum volunteers will stage a hobo encampment\, interpreting life on the rails. Volunteers will host a mulligan stew mix-off\, and attendees can taste samples for free and help decide the 2018 Mulligan Mixer winner.\nExclusive Caboose Interpretations: Docents will interpret the history of cabooses and the roles they played on the railroad\, highlighting the tools of the trade and describing what life was like while living and working on a caboose.\nLive Music: Atlanta band Americana band Pickxen will provide live music from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday\, April 7. Andy & Amanda will be performing on from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday\, April 8.\nPhoto Contest Winner Celebration: The museum will announce competition winners of its annual photo contest during a Saturday\, April 7\, ceremony.\nFree Photo Tutorial: A photographer will lead a session on “How to Photograph a Caboose\,” offering tips and tricks for how to safely capture the perfect railroad picture.\nRailroad Safety: Georgia Operation Lifesaver will present information about railroad safety.\nBook Launch Party: Museum Assistant Librarian Lloyd Neal will sign copies of their new book\, “When Atlanta Took the Train\,” which they co-authored with David H. Steinberg. The 144-page book\, published in February by Arcadia Publishing\, chronicles passenger railroad transportation in Atlanta\, starting with the 1830s to its zenith before the middle of the 20th century. Neal will give a pair of presentations about Atlanta’s railroad history. Presentations are scheduled for 12 p.m. on Saturday\, April 7\, and 2 p.m. on Sunday\, April 8.\n\n\n\n\nGuests can also enjoy vendors and movies showing cabooses in action. Milligan’s Land of Cotton BBQ will be selling food. For $2\, guests can ride on the museum’s restored antique handcar\, and for $3\, guests can ride in a caboose pulled by a vintage locomotive. \nKids will also have the opportunity to participate in a scavenger hunt around the museum’s grounds for a chance to win prizes. \nDuring the event\, the museum will encourage guests to post their photos from the day to social media using the #CabooseDays hashtag. The museum will share select photos on its online channels. \nThe museum has seven cabooses in its collection\, including two that are more than 100 years old. The museum also stores four other cabooses for private owners\, some of which are on exhibit. \nMuseum admission is $10 for adults\, $8 for seniors 65 and older and $7 for children between the ages of two and 12 years old. \nPlease visit the event’s Facebook page at facebook.com/events/217514188819269/. For more information\, visit southeasternrailwaymuseum.org. URL:https://www.train-museum.org/event/caboose-days-2018-day-two/ LOCATION:GA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.train-museum.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Caboose.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180412T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180412T120500 DTSTAMP:20260403T182704 CREATED:20180306T192914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180306T195031Z UID:2044-1523529000-1523534700@www.train-museum.org SUMMARY:Second Thursday Preschool Program - Cabooses DESCRIPTION:  \nSecond Thursday Preschooler Event –The second Thursday of each month from 10:30 AM-12:05 PM\, we want your preschooler to “Get on Board” for the Southeastern Railway Museum’s special monthly preschool program! \nThis is an interactive educational program that allows the parent and child to participate together in activities related to the vehicle of the month. \nEach month our program features a different vehicle. There are 5 components to the program which revolve around the vehicle: game\, story/song\, activity\, craft\, and when available\, the actual “vehicle of the month” for children to see and experience up close. Each station lasts 15 minutes. The components will be facilitated by the museum’s Education Conductors. Second Thursday is perfect for your 2 to 4-year-old. \nThe vehicle for April 2018 is CABOOSES. \nThe cost is $10 per participating child. One adult is free per participating child\, additional adults are $11. To attend\, check-in at the ticket counter before 10:20 AM on the second Thursday of any month. The program is limited to the first 75 children participants (and their accompanying adults) and we strongly encourage signing up in advance. Advance tickets will cut off at 8 pm the day before (Wednesday night). If the event fills up / sells out online\, there will NOT be onsite sales on Thursday. Tickets are valid only for the month purchased and may not be used for another month’s Second Thursday program. \nTrain rides are not included as part of the program but may be purchased separately. So that program participants do not miss any of the program\, the train ride will immediately follow the last station (typically at 12:15 pm). We recommend Second Thursday participants take the train after the program\, but other train rides will be scheduled throughout the morning and afternoon. \nWe can’t wait to see you there! If you have questions\, e-mail education@train-museum.org. \nPurchase tickets in advance on-line: https://southeasternrailwaymuseum.thundertix.com/ URL:https://www.train-museum.org/event/second-thursday-preschool-program-cabooses/ LOCATION:Southeastern Railway Museum\, 3595 Buford Hwy\, Duluth\, GA\, 30096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.train-museum.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/20170413_102646.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180414T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180414T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182704 CREATED:20180117T185947Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180117T185947Z UID:1759-1523700000-1523725200@www.train-museum.org SUMMARY:Boy Scout Merit Badge Clinic Spring 2018 DESCRIPTION:The museum host a Boy Scout railroading merit badge clinic coordinated by the Piedmont Division\, NMRA staff.  To sign up (or for more information) contact the clinic coordinator. URL:https://www.train-museum.org/event/boy-scout-merit-badge-clinic-spring-2018/ LOCATION:Southeastern Railway Museum\, 3595 Buford Hwy\, Duluth\, GA\, 30096\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Piedmont NMRA":MAILTO:scouts@Piedmont-Div.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180510T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180510T120500 DTSTAMP:20260403T182704 CREATED:20180306T195811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180425T030904Z UID:2048-1525948200-1525953900@www.train-museum.org SUMMARY:Second Thursday Preschool Program - Construction Vehicles! DESCRIPTION:Second Thursday Preschooler Event –The second Thursday of each month from 10:30 AM-12:05 PM\, we want your preschooler to “Get on Board” for the Southeastern Railway Museum’s special monthly preschool program! \nThis is an interactive educational program that allows the parent and child to participate together in activities related to the vehicle of the month. \nEach month our program features a different vehicle. There are 5 components to the program which revolve around the vehicle: game\, story/song\, activity\, craft\, and when available\, the actual “vehicle of the month” for children to see and experience up close. Each station lasts 15 minutes. The components will be facilitated by the museum’s Education Conductors. Second Thursday is perfect for your 2 to 4-year-old. \nThe vehicle for May 2018 is CONSTRUCTION VEHICLES. \nThe cost is $10 per participating child. One adult is free per participating child\, additional adults are $11. To attend\, check-in at the ticket counter before 10:20 AM on the second Thursday of any month. The program is limited to the first 75 children participants (and their accompanying adults) and we strongly encourage signing up in advance. Advance tickets will cut off at 8 pm the day before (Wednesday night). If the event fills up / sells out online\, there will NOT be onsite sales on Thursday. Tickets are valid only for the month purchased and may not be used for another month’s Second Thursday program. \nTrain rides are not included as part of the program but may be purchased separately. So that program participants do not miss any of the program\, the train ride will immediately follow the last station (typically at 12:15 pm). We recommend Second Thursday participants take the train after the program\, but other train rides will be scheduled throughout the morning and afternoon. \nWe can’t wait to see you there! If you have questions\, e-mail education@train-museum.org. \nPurchase tickets in advance on-line: https://southeasternrailwaymuseum.thundertix.com/ \n  URL:https://www.train-museum.org/event/second-thursday-preschool-program-construction-vehicles/ LOCATION:Southeastern Railway Museum\, 3595 Buford Hwy\, Duluth\, GA\, 30096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.train-museum.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Vehicles.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180526T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180526T113000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182704 CREATED:20180119T171414Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180306T193243Z UID:1769-1527321600-1527334200@www.train-museum.org SUMMARY:Fast Track 5k 2018 DESCRIPTION:                                                                   \n\nThe Southeastern Railway Museum’s Fourth Annual Fast Track 5k will be held on Saturday\, May 26\, 2018. The race will start at 8:30 am near Downtown Duluth’s Town Green. Proceeds of the race will benefit the education and equipment restoration and conservation programs of the Museum. The event is co-sponsored by the City of Duluth. \nEvent Details \n\nThis is a USATF certified race\, Peachtree Road Race pre-qualifier\, Run & See Georgia Grand Prix event and is chip timed!\nRunners and walkers of all skill levels\, children in strollers and pets on leashes are welcome.\nFree admission to the Museum on the day of the race to those with a race number + 4 family members or friends (train rides require a separate charge).\nEarly packet pick-up at Southeastern Railway Museum\, Thursday\, May 24 from 3 pm to 8 pm and on the day of the race beginning at 7:00 am.\nFood and beverages at the finish line for registered runners.\nT shirts to all pre registered runners. Awards will be given to Overall Male and Female\, Masters Male and Female and the top 3 male and female finishers in 14 age categories.\nThe race has a patriotic theme so proudly display your red\, white and blue.\nRegister at active.com or http://tinyurl.com/FT5K2018.\nFees are $25 through April 27 and $30 thereafter. \n\n  \n \nThis year’s race route will be a repeat Peachtree Road Race certified pre-qualifier route used in 2016.  2016FT5Kraceroute \nDowntown detail & Parking information…  Race will start in front of Eddie Owens Presents (EOP)  at the Red Clay Theater. Finish is on the town green approaching the festival center. \n2016FT5k_Parking \nWe are pleased to recognize the following sponsors of this year’s event.   In most cases the logos are linked to the sponsor website; please visit and let them know you appreciate them supporting our community. \n  URL:https://www.train-museum.org/event/fast-track-5k-2018/ LOCATION:Downtown Duluth GA\, 3140 Main St\, Duluth GA\, GA\, 30096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.train-museum.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/fast-track-5k-by-monica-carlson-photography-26.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180614T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180614T120500 DTSTAMP:20260403T182704 CREATED:20180424T025227Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180424T025227Z UID:2169-1528972200-1528977900@www.train-museum.org SUMMARY:Second Thursday Preschool Program - Ice Cream Trucks! DESCRIPTION:Second Thursday Preschooler Event –The second Thursday of each month from 10:30 AM-12:05 PM\, we want your preschooler to “Get on Board” for the Southeastern Railway Museum’s special monthly preschool program! \nThis is an interactive educational program that allows the parent and child to participate together in activities related to the vehicle of the month. \nEach month\, the program features a different vehicle. There are 5 components to the program which revolve around the vehicle of the month: game\, story/song\, activity\, craft\, and when available\, the vehicle itself for children to see and experience up close. Each station lasts 15 minutes. The components will be facilitated by the museum’s Education Conductors. Second Thursday is perfect for your 2 to 4-year-old. \nThe vehicle for June 2018 is ICE CREAM TRUCKS. Ice cream will be available to purchase! \nThe cost is $10 per participating child. One adult is free per participating child\, additional adults are $11. To attend\, check-in at the ticket counter before 10:20 AM on the second Thursday of any month. The program is limited to the first 75 children participants (and their accompanying adults) and we strongly encourage signing up in advance. Advance ticket sales will cut off at 8 pm the evening before the event (Wednesday night). If the event fills up or sells out online\, there will NOT be onsite sales on Thursday. Tickets are valid only for the month purchased and may not be used for another month’s Second Thursday program. \nTrain rides are not included as part of the program but may be purchased separately. So that program participants do not miss any of the program\, the train ride will immediately follow the last station (typically at 12:15 pm). We recommend Second Thursday participants take the train after the program\, but other train rides will be scheduled throughout the morning and afternoon. \nWe can’t wait to see you there! If you have questions\, e-mail education@train-museum.org. \nPurchase tickets in advance on-line: https://southeasternrailwaymuseum.thundertix.com/ \n  URL:https://www.train-museum.org/event/second-thursday-preschool-program-ice-cream-trucks/ LOCATION:Southeastern Railway Museum\, 3595 Buford Hwy\, Duluth\, GA\, 30096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.train-museum.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/20170608_105554small.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180618T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180622T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182704 CREATED:20180424T191036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180424T191308Z UID:2173-1529312400-1529672400@www.train-museum.org SUMMARY:Summer Railway Camp: Riding the Rails (June) DESCRIPTION:Discover the excitement of railroading at the Southeastern Railway Museum’s fun and enriching 5-day summer camp! Our theme for 2018 is “Riding the Rails”. Young railroaders will learn about different types of rail transportation and transit including trains\, monorails\, subways\, street cars\, cable cars\, and even roller coasters! Each day\, we will focus on a different type of transportation\, do related hands-on transportation activities\, make crafts\, and more. During the program\, children will ride both the full-size historic train and the miniature park train. \nOur 2018 Summer Railway Camp dates are:\n\nJune 18-22  Registration ends June 1.\nJuly 23-27   Registration ends July 10.\n\nThe fee for summer camp is $195 per child. Discounted early-bird registration begins in February ($170 before May 1). The program repeats for each session (the two camp weeks are the same). Participants may register online (please note there is a separate registration for each session) or by sending a check along with the forms found below. Included in the fee is a T-shirt for every camper. \nSummer camp will be held Monday through Friday from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm for children ages 4-12. Children must be 4 years old by the first day of camp and no older than 12 by the end of the camp. Campers will split into three different age groups during the program. \nView our 2018 Summer Camp brochure here! \n  \nRequired documents:\n\nSummer Railway Camp Registration Form\nSummer Railway Camp Health Form – Please include a copy of your child’s current immunization records and the Medication Form (if necessary).\n\nPlease complete and send the documents above to the education coordinator at education@southeasternrailwaymuseum.org. Your registration is not complete without these forms. You may fill these forms out digitally and email them\, print and scan them\, or send them by mail to: \nSoutheastern Railway Museum\nSummer Camp\nP.O. Box 1267\nDuluth\, GA  30096 \n \nEach day the child will rotate with their group through stations such as:\n\nTransportation-themed crafts and activities\nLearning about the different ways to get around by rail\nStory and music time\nSnack\nAnd more!\n\n\n  \n\nTypes of transport children will learn about:\n\nTrains\nMonorails\nStreet cars\nCable cars\nSubways\n\nOn the last day of camp\, we invite parents to join us for a graduation ceremony. To register\, click here! Check out photos from last year’s camps here and here! \nIf you have any questions or would like to sign up for camp\, please contact the museum’s Education Coordinator at 770-495-0253\, or via email at education@southeasternrailwaymuseum.org or via the contact form below. \n  \n\n← Back Thank you for your response. ✨\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nName(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nEmail(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nWebsite\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nMessage\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Submit \n \n \n \nΔ \n\n  \n  URL:https://www.train-museum.org/event/summer-railway-camp-riding-the-rails-june/ LOCATION:Southeastern Railway Museum\, 3595 Buford Hwy\, Duluth\, GA\, 30096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.train-museum.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/IMG_4162.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180712T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180712T120500 DTSTAMP:20260403T182704 CREATED:20180425T015613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180706T150539Z UID:2182-1531391400-1531397100@www.train-museum.org SUMMARY:Second Thursday Preschool Program - RVs and Campers DESCRIPTION:Second Thursday Preschooler Event –The second Thursday of each month from 10:30 AM-12:05 PM\, we want your preschooler to “Get on Board” for the Southeastern Railway Museum’s special monthly preschool program! \nThis is an interactive educational program that allows the parent and child to participate together in activities related to the vehicle of the month. \nEach month\, the program features a different vehicle. There are 5 components to the program which revolve around the vehicle of the month: game\, story/song\, activity\, craft\, and when available\, the vehicle itself for children to see and experience up close. Each station lasts 15 minutes. The components will be facilitated by the museum’s Education Conductors. Second Thursday is perfect for your 2 to 4-year-old. \nThe vehicle for July 2018 is RVs (and campers). Prepare for some camping-themed activities! \nThe cost is $10 per participating child. One adult is free per participating child\, additional adults are $11. To attend\, check-in at the ticket counter before 10:20 AM on the second Thursday of any month. The program is limited to the first 75 children participants (and their accompanying adults) and we strongly encourage signing up in advance. Advance ticket sales will cut off at 8 pm the evening before the event (Wednesday night). If the event fills up or sells out online\, there will NOT be onsite sales on Thursday. Tickets are valid only for the month purchased and may not be used for another month’s Second Thursday program. \nTrain rides are not included as part of the program but may be purchased separately. So that program participants do not miss any of the program\, the train ride will immediately follow the last station (typically at 12:15 pm). We recommend Second Thursday participants take the train after the program\, but other train rides will be scheduled throughout the morning and afternoon. \nWe can’t wait to see you there! If you have questions\, e-mail education@train-museum.org. \nPurchase tickets in advance on-line: https://southeasternrailwaymuseum.thundertix.com/ \n  URL:https://www.train-museum.org/event/second-thursday-preschool-program-boats-or-rvs/ LOCATION:Southeastern Railway Museum\, 3595 Buford Hwy\, Duluth\, GA\, 30096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.train-museum.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/20170713_110719.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180723T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180727T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182704 CREATED:20180424T191620Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180424T191620Z UID:2179-1532336400-1532696400@www.train-museum.org SUMMARY:Summer Railway Camp: Riding the Rails (July) DESCRIPTION:Discover the excitement of railroading at the Southeastern Railway Museum’s fun and enriching 5-day summer camp! Our theme for 2018 is “Riding the Rails”. Young railroaders will learn about different types of rail transportation and transit including trains\, monorails\, subways\, street cars\, cable cars\, and even roller coasters! Each day\, we will focus on a different type of transportation\, do related hands-on transportation activities\, make crafts\, and more. During the program\, children will ride both the full-size historic train and the miniature park train. \nOur 2018 Summer Railway Camp dates are:\n\nJune 18-22  Registration ends June 1.\nJuly 23-27   Registration ends July 10.\n\nThe fee for summer camp is $195 per child. Discounted early-bird registration begins in February ($170 before May 1). The program repeats for each session (the two camp weeks are the same). Participants may register online (please note there is a separate registration for each session) or by sending a check along with the forms found below. Included in the fee is a T-shirt for every camper. \nSummer camp will be held Monday through Friday from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm for children ages 4-12. Children must be 4 years old by the first day of camp and no older than 12 by the end of the camp. Campers will split into three different age groups during the program. \nView our 2018 Summer Camp brochure here! \n  \nRequired documents:\n\nSummer Railway Camp Registration Form\nSummer Railway Camp Health Form – Please include a copy of your child’s current immunization records and the Medication Form (if necessary).\n\nPlease complete and send the documents above to the education coordinator at education@southeasternrailwaymuseum.org. Your registration is not complete without these forms. You may fill these forms out digitally and email them\, print and scan them\, or send them by mail to: \nSoutheastern Railway Museum\nSummer Camp\nP.O. Box 1267\nDuluth\, GA  30096 \n \nEach day the child will rotate with their group through stations such as:\n\nTransportation-themed crafts and activities\nLearning about the different ways to get around by rail\nStory and music time\nSnack\nAnd more!\n\n\n  \n\nTypes of transport children will learn about:\n\nTrains\nMonorails\nStreet cars\nCable cars\nSubways\n\nOn the last day of camp\, we invite parents to join us for a graduation ceremony. To register\, click here! Check out photos from last year’s camps here and here! \nIf you have any questions or would like to sign up for camp\, please contact the museum’s Education Coordinator at 770-495-0253\, or via email at education@southeasternrailwaymuseum.org or via the contact form below. \n  \n\n← Back Thank you for your response. ✨\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nName(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nEmail(required)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nWebsite\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nMessage\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Submit \n \n \n \nΔ \n\n  \n  URL:https://www.train-museum.org/event/summer-railway-camp-riding-the-rails-july/ LOCATION:Southeastern Railway Museum\, 3595 Buford Hwy\, Duluth\, GA\, 30096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.train-museum.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/JulyCamp2017.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180803T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180803T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182704 CREATED:20180423T185251Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180724T030053Z UID:2159-1533294000-1533312000@www.train-museum.org SUMMARY:Trains\, Trucks & Tractors (Day 1) DESCRIPTION:Dozens of antique tractors and vehicles will be front and center during the Southeastern Railway Museum’s “Trains\, Trucks & Tractors.” The event is scheduled from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday\, Aug. 3\, Saturday\, Aug. 4\, and Sunday\, Aug. 5. Participants will showcase antique tractors and vehicles not generally on display at the museum. Food\, hayrides and rides on the museum’s restored antique handcar will be available for guests to purchase. Special exhibits and activities are included in regular museum admission. Visiting exhibits will arrive and depart at different times\, and event offerings are contingent upon the weather. \nNEW for 2018: we are offering the option to purchase tickets in advance to beat the lines and beat the heat. There will be a will-call/sign-in table to pick up event wristbands\, train-ride tickets and information. Tickets will go on sale Sunday\, July 1 at our ThunderTix site. \nIf you are interested in being a sponsor and having the opportunity to get your brand and product in front of our audience\, please review our sponsor packet and reach out to us. \nMusic: Ethan Phillips\, 11 am – 2 pm\nFood: Bill’s Grills on Wheels\, Best Ice Cream on Wheels URL:https://www.train-museum.org/event/trains-trucks-tractors-day-1/ LOCATION:GA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180804T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180804T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182704 CREATED:20180423T185341Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180724T030410Z UID:2161-1533380400-1533398400@www.train-museum.org SUMMARY:Trains\, Trucks & Tractors (Day 2) DESCRIPTION:Dozens of antique tractors and vehicles will be front and center during the Southeastern Railway Museum’s “Trains\, Trucks & Tractors.” The event is scheduled from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday\, Aug. 3\, Saturday\, Aug. 4\, and Sunday\, Aug. 5. Participants will showcase antique tractors and vehicles not generally on display at the museum. Food\, hayrides and rides on the museum’s restored antique handcar will be available for guests to purchase. Special exhibits and activities are included in regular museum admission. Visiting exhibits will arrive and depart at different times\, and event offerings are contingent upon the weather. \nNEW for 2018: we are offering the option to purchase tickets in advance to beat the lines and beat the heat. There will be a will-call/sign-in table to pick up event wristbands\, train-ride tickets and information. Tickets will go on sale Sunday\, July 1 at our ThunderTix site. \nIf you are interested in being a sponsor and having the opportunity to get your brand and product in front of our audience\, please review our sponsor packet and reach out to us. \n  \nFood: Bill’s Grills on Wheels\, Best Ice Cream on Wheels\nMusic: Young Again URL:https://www.train-museum.org/event/trains-trucks-tractors-day-2/ LOCATION:GA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180805T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180805T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182704 CREATED:20180423T185456Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180724T031244Z UID:2163-1533466800-1533484800@www.train-museum.org SUMMARY:Trains\, Trucks & Tractors (Day 3) DESCRIPTION:  \nDozens of antique tractors and vehicles will be front and center during the Southeastern Railway Museum’s “Trains\, Trucks & Tractors.” The event is scheduled from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday\, Aug. 3\, Saturday\, Aug. 4\, and Sunday\, Aug. 5. Participants will showcase antique tractors and vehicles not generally on display at the museum. Food\, hayrides and rides on the museum’s restored antique handcar will be available for guests to purchase. Special exhibits and activities are included in regular museum admission. Visiting exhibits will arrive and depart at different times\, and event offerings are contingent upon the weather. \nNEW for 2018: we are offering the option to purchase tickets in advance to beat the lines and beat the heat. There will be a will-call/sign-in table to pick up event wristbands\, train-ride tickets and information. Tickets will go on sale Sunday\, July 1 at our ThunderTix site. \nIf you are interested in being a sponsor and having the opportunity to get your brand and product in front of our audience\, please review our sponsor packet and reach out to us. \n  \nFood: Bill’s Grills on Wheels\, Best Ice Cream on Wheels\nMusic: Andy & Amanda URL:https://www.train-museum.org/event/trains-trucks-tractors-day-3/ LOCATION:GA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180809T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180809T120500 DTSTAMP:20260403T182704 CREATED:20180425T031531Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180425T031531Z UID:2186-1533810600-1533816300@www.train-museum.org SUMMARY:Second Thursday Preschool Program - Tractors DESCRIPTION:Second Thursday Preschooler Event –The second Thursday of each month from 10:30 AM-12:05 PM\, we want your preschooler to “Get on Board” for the Southeastern Railway Museum’s special monthly preschool program! \nThis is an interactive educational program that allows the parent and child to participate together in activities related to the vehicle of the month. \nEach month\, the program features a different vehicle. There are 5 components to the program which revolve around the vehicle of the month: game\, story/song\, activity\, craft\, and when available\, the vehicle itself for children to see and experience up close. Each station lasts 15 minutes. The components will be facilitated by the museum’s Education Conductors. Second Thursday is perfect for your 2 to 4-year-old. \nThe vehicle for August 2018 is the tractor! \nThe cost is $10 per participating child. One adult is free per participating child\, additional adults are $11. To attend\, check-in at the ticket counter before 10:20 AM on the second Thursday of any month. The program is limited to the first 75 children participants (and their accompanying adults) and we strongly encourage signing up in advance. Advance ticket sales will cut off at 8 pm the evening before the event (Wednesday night). If the event fills up or sells out online\, there will NOT be onsite sales on Thursday. Tickets are valid only for the month purchased and may not be used for another month’s Second Thursday program. \nTrain rides are not included as part of the program but may be purchased separately. So that program participants do not miss any of the program\, the train ride will immediately follow the last station (typically at 12:15 pm). We recommend Second Thursday participants take the train after the program\, but other train rides will be scheduled throughout the morning and afternoon. \nWe can’t wait to see you there! If you have questions\, e-mail education@train-museum.org. \nPurchase tickets in advance on-line: https://southeasternrailwaymuseum.thundertix.com/ \n  URL:https://www.train-museum.org/event/second-thursday-preschool-program-tractors/ LOCATION:Southeastern Railway Museum\, 3595 Buford Hwy\, Duluth\, GA\, 30096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.train-museum.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_6461-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180913T102000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180913T121500 DTSTAMP:20260403T182704 CREATED:20180817T134505Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180830T191805Z UID:2449-1536834000-1536840900@www.train-museum.org SUMMARY:Second Thursday Preschool Program - Buses DESCRIPTION:Second Thursday Preschooler Event –The second Thursday of each month from 10:30 AM-12:05 PM\, we invite you and your preschooler to get on board for the Southeastern Railway Museum’s special monthly preschool program! \nThis is an interactive educational program that allows the parent and child to participate together in activities related to the vehicle of the month. \nEach month\, the program features a different vehicle. There are 5 components to the program which revolve around the vehicle of the month: game\, story/song\, activity\, craft\, and when available\, the vehicle itself for children to see and experience up close. Each station lasts 15 minutes. The components will be facilitated by the museum’s Education Conductors. Second Thursday is perfect for your 2 to 4-year-old. \nThe vehicle for September 2018 is the school bus AND the transit bus! Gwinnett County Transit AND Gwinnett County Public Schools will be bringing buses for you and your child to experience. \nThe cost is $10 per participating child. One adult is free per participating child\, additional adults are $11. To attend\, check-in at the ticket counter before 10:20 AM on the second Thursday of any month. The program is limited to the first 75 children participants (and their accompanying adults) and we strongly encourage signing up in advance. Advance ticket sales will cut off at 8 pm the evening before the event (Wednesday night). If the event fills up or sells out online\, there will NOT be onsite sales on Thursday. Tickets are valid only for the month purchased and may not be used for another month’s Second Thursday program. \nTrain rides are not included as part of the program but may be purchased separately. So that program participants do not miss any of the program\, the train ride will immediately follow the last station (typically at 12:15 pm). We recommend Second Thursday participants take the train after the program\, but other train rides will be scheduled throughout the morning and afternoon. \nWe can’t wait to see you there! If you have questions\, e-mail education@train-museum.org. \nPurchase tickets in advance on-line: https://southeasternrailwaymuseum.thundertix.com/ \n  URL:https://www.train-museum.org/event/second-thursday-school-bus-2018/ LOCATION:Southeastern Railway Museum\, 3595 Buford Hwy\, Duluth\, GA\, 30096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.train-museum.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/IMG_8316.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180922T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180922T170000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182704 CREATED:20180425T145529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180911T174450Z UID:2195-1537610400-1537635600@www.train-museum.org SUMMARY:Museum Day 2018 DESCRIPTION:The Southeastern Railway Museum joins Smithsonian Magazine’s 14th Annual Museum Day! \nFree Admission on September 22\, 2018\, with a Downloadable Museum Day Ticket  \n  \nThe Southeastern Railway Museum will open its doors free of charge on Saturday September 22\, 2018\, as part of Smithsonian Magazine’s fourteenth annual Museum Day\, an initiative in which participating museums across the United States emulate the spirit of the Smithsonian Institution’s Washington DC-based facilities\, which offer free admission every day\, and open their doors for free to those who download a Museum Day ticket (available to download beginning August 15\, 2018). \nSmithsonian recognizes the extraordinary power of museums\, and other cultural institutions\, to provide visitors with insight and inspiration. The event represents a nationwide commitment to boundless curiosity and the pursuit of knowledge wherever you are. Over 250\,000 people downloaded tickets for last year’s event\, and this year’s event is expected to attract more museum-goers than ever before. \nThe Museum Day ticket will be available for download at SRM’s Museum Day listing on August 15\, 2018. Visitors who present the Museum Day ticket will gain free entrance for themselves and one guest at participating venues on September 22\, 2018. (Train rides and hand car rides are not included with the ticket.) One ticket per email address is permitted. For more information about Museum Day 2018 and a full list of participating museums and cultural institutions\, please visit Smithsonian.com/museumday. \nFirenza Pizza will be on site for lunch! \n  \nTICKETS \nTickets will be available for the public to download beginning at midnight on August 15\, 2018. \nTickets are available at the SRM Museum Day listing. The Museum will accept your Museum Day ticket on the screen of your smartphone and in person. \nTrain ride tickets are also available to purchase at the Museum’s online store. Look for ‘Museum Day 2018’ tickets for both the park train (miniature train) and the historic train (full-size train). Train ride tickets are not included in the Museum Day ticket. Tickets are timed to ensure all of our guests can ride the train. Tickets will also be available at the gate\, but purchase in advance is suggested.  Please note: combo ticket pricing is not available for this event. URL:https://www.train-museum.org/event/museum-day-2018/ LOCATION:Southeastern Railway Museum\, 3595 Buford Hwy\, Duluth\, GA\, 30096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.train-museum.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/IMG_8175.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180923 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180930 DTSTAMP:20260403T182704 CREATED:20180519T164156Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180519T174641Z UID:2212-1537660800-1538265599@www.train-museum.org SUMMARY:Operation Lifesaver Rail Safety Week DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.train-museum.org/event/operation-lifesaver-rail-safety-week/ LOCATION:GA END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180929T064500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181006T230000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182704 CREATED:20180904T204908Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180914T182643Z UID:2512-1538203500-1538866800@www.train-museum.org SUMMARY:Steam Weekends Sunrise & Night Photo Sessions DESCRIPTION:As part of the Museum’s 20th anniversary of relocating and our hosting of Jeddo Coal #85 “Mack” the Southeastern Railway Museum will be offering two exclusive before and after-hours photo sessions. \n \nSaturday\, September 29: Sunrise Steam-Up Shoot \nPhotographers and the general public are invited to witness the steam-up process of Jeddo Coal Company #85 ‘Mack’ and photograph the museum at sunrise. Without the crowds\, capture the museum’s equipment (including new locomotive CSXT #8954) in the tranquil lighting of the morning magic hour. Sunrise is at 7:30 am; gates will open at 6:45 am. \nTickets are $40 per person and include early access to the museum\, access to the shop area during Mack’s steam-up\, a photography release\, admission to the museum for the entire day (10am – 5pm)\, and one train ride behind #85 ‘Mack’. Combo tickets are also available which also include the night shoot package on 10/6 for $85 (a $5 discount). \nSteamup – Tickets must be purchased in advance. \nPlease park in the main parking lot or overflow parking lot (not down by the shop). No special lighting will be provided for this event but you are welcome to bring your own. For the safety of the train crew and photographers\, certain areas around the steam engine and shop may not be accessible to photographers. \nQuestions? Email photo@train-museum.org \n \nSaturday\, October 6: Night Shoot \nOfficial Norfolk Southern photographer Casey Thomason will coordinate a night photo shoot with vintage SRM equipment including GARR #1026\, the museum’s new SD 45-2 locomotive (CSXT #8954)\, the visiting steam locomotive Jeddo Coal Company #85 ‘Mack’\, and more on the tracks at the museum. \nTickets are $50 and include admission to the museum during the day (10am – 5pm)\, one train ride behind #85 ‘Mack’\, after-hours access to the museum\, the night photography session\, a photography release\, and admission to the museum’s 20th anniversary dinner & reunion (optional). Event is expected to wrap up around 10:30 pm. Combo tickets are also available which include the sunrise steam-up shoot package on Saturday\, 9/29 for $85 (a $5 discount). \nNight Photo – Tickets must be purchased in advance. \nPlease park in the main parking lot or overflow parking lot (not down by the shop). Doors re-open at 6:30 pm\, event begins around 7 (sunset is 7:14 pm). Lighting will be coordinated by Norfolk Southern photographer Casey Thomason; you may also bring your own. \nPhotographers can expect at least three or four scenes involving GARR #1026\, #85 ‘Mack’\, SOU #8202\, and CSXT #8954 (subject to change). Also joining the event will be a 1931 Model A Coupe! Photographers are invited to photograph other equipment at the museum outside of the staged scenes. Photographers are invited to the SRM reunion dinner at 5:30 pm inside the museum. Photographers may also grab dinner off-site. For the safety of the train crew and photographers\, certain areas may not be accessible to photographers. \nQuestions? Email photo@train-museum.org! \n#1026 night photo: Casey Thomason \n \nCombo Tickets \nFor those of you who can’t get enough of off-hours photography\, select the ThunderTIX All Access Combo to get discounted pricing to our all-access pass for both sessions. Includes everything in both options above. URL:https://www.train-museum.org/event/steam-weekends-sunrise-night-photo-sessions/ LOCATION:Southeastern Railway Museum\, 3595 Buford Hwy\, Duluth\, GA\, 30096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.train-museum.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Photographers.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180929T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180929T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182704 CREATED:20180409T133016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180914T184320Z UID:2136-1538218800-1538236800@www.train-museum.org SUMMARY:Steam Returns to the Southeastern Railway Museum (9/29) DESCRIPTION:The Southeastern Railway Museum will host steam-powered rides at the museum on a pair of weekends this fall\, marking the first time in roughly 15 years that a steam train has operated at the museum. On Sept. 29-30 and Oct. 6-7\, the museum will host Jeddo Coal No. 85\, named “Mack.” John and Barney Gramling of Ashley\, Indiana\, own the steamer and take it to museums and events nationwide. The event coincides with a planned 20th anniversary celebration of the museum’s move to its current location. \n \nTrain rides are $5. Premium (closer platform) “SmokeEater” caboose train rides are $8. Caboose train rides are time specific reservations. Please arrive on the loading platform at least 5 minutes ahead of ticketed time. \nRides on the museum’s antique handcar will be $2. Grandscale / Park Train rides are $3. Both the handcar and parktrain rides will be on a line up (first come\, first ride) basis. \nPlease NOTE: You must purchase museum admission to ride the train(s)\, or the handcar. Ride prices are in addition to museum admission. URL:https://www.train-museum.org/event/steam-returns-sept-29/ LOCATION:Southeastern Railway Museum\, 3595 Buford Hwy\, Duluth\, GA\, 30096\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180930T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180930T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182704 CREATED:20180409T133218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180914T184014Z UID:2138-1538305200-1538323200@www.train-museum.org SUMMARY:Steam Returns to the Southeastern Railway Museum (9/30) DESCRIPTION:The Southeastern Railway Museum will host steam-powered rides at the museum on a pair of weekends this fall\, marking the first time in roughly 15 years that a steam train has operated at the museum. On Sept. 29-30 and Oct. 6-7\, the museum will host Jeddo Coal No. 85\, named “Mack.” John and Barney Gramling of Ashley\, Indiana\, own the steamer and take it to museums and events nationwide. The event coincides with a planned 20th anniversary celebration of the museum’s move to its current location. \n  \nTrain rides are $5. Premium (closer platform) “SmokeEater” caboose train rides are $8. Caboose train rides are time specific reservations. Please arrive on the loading platform at least 5 minutes ahead of ticketed time. \nRides on the museum’s antique handcar will be $2. Grandscale / Park Train rides are $3. Both the handcar and parktrain rides will be on a line up (first come\, first ride) basis. \nPlease NOTE: You must purchase museum admission to ride the train(s)\, or the handcar. Ride prices are in addition to museum admission. URL:https://www.train-museum.org/event/steam-returns-sept-30/ LOCATION:Southeastern Railway Museum\, 3595 Buford Hwy\, Duluth\, GA\, 30096\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181004T102000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181004T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182704 CREATED:20180904T233104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181002T232250Z UID:2523-1538648400-1538663400@www.train-museum.org SUMMARY:Annual Homeschool Event DESCRIPTION:Get on board with our 2018 Homeschool Event at the Southeastern Railway Museum! The museum will be hosting a special event for homeschool families on Thursday\, October 4. Homeschool students will be learning about different types of rail transportation. Some of these modes of transportation include trains\, subways\, roller coasters\, and monorails to name a few. There will be a 6 different stations for your child to experience a variety of learning activities. Our education conductors will guide your group through the stations and help to facilitate the activities at each stop. This event is designed for ages 4-12. \nTickets are available at our online store! \n\n\nThis year we will have a special treat for our homeschool families. The museum will have a visiting steam locomotive on display during the event. It will be on property for less than two weeks. We will also have a representative from the Gwinnett County Public Library reading stories related to rail transportation along with information about programs offered by the library for your children. \nTickets will be available for purchase online. This event usually sells out\, so we recommend getting your tickets early. Any remaining tickets will be put up for sale in person the day of the event. Families will be placed in the next available time slot. The special cost for the event is $7.00 per person\, ages 2 and up (children and adults need a ticket). Children under 2 are free. Admission does not include the train ride. Train rides are available for purchase separately online or at the gate the day of the event. The number of participants for this event is limited\, so get your tickets early! Free passes and museum memberships are NOT valid for this event. \n\nStart times are staggered. If you’re coming with another family\, please plan to purchase tickets with the same start time. Tickets are NOT transferable between start times. We regret that we cannot make changes once tickets have been purchased. \n\nAfter the event is over\, you are welcome to stay and tour the museum on your own and may bring your lunch and picnic on the museum grounds with other homeschool families. We hope to see you there! \n\nQuestions? Email education@srmduluth.org. URL:https://www.train-museum.org/event/annual-homeschool-event/ LOCATION:Southeastern Railway Museum\, 3595 Buford Hwy\, Duluth\, GA\, 30096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.train-museum.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/IMG_2324.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181006T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181006T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182704 CREATED:20180409T133506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180914T183550Z UID:2140-1538823600-1538841600@www.train-museum.org SUMMARY:Steam Returns to the Southeastern Railway Museum (10/6) DESCRIPTION:The Southeastern Railway Museum will host steam-powered rides at the museum on a pair of weekends this fall\, marking the first time in roughly 15 years that a steam train has operated at the museum. On Sept. 29-30 and Oct. 6-7\, the museum will host Jeddo Coal No. 85\, named “Mack.” John and Barney Gramling of Ashley\, Indiana\, own the steamer and take it to museums and events nationwide. The event coincides with a planned 20th anniversary celebration of the museum’s move to its current location. \n  \n\nTrain rides are $5. Premium (closer platform) “SmokeEater” caboose train rides are $8. Caboose train rides are time specific reservations. Please arrive on the loading platform at least 5 minutes ahead of ticketed time. \nRides on the museum’s antique handcar will be $2. Grandscale / Park Train rides are $3. Both the handcar and parktrain rides will be on a line up (first come\, first ride) basis. \nPlease NOTE: You must purchase museum admission to ride the train(s)\, or the handcar. Ride prices are in addition to museum admission. URL:https://www.train-museum.org/event/steam-returns-oct-6/ LOCATION:Southeastern Railway Museum\, 3595 Buford Hwy\, Duluth\, GA\, 30096\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181007T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181007T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182704 CREATED:20180409T133558Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180914T183207Z UID:2142-1538910000-1538928000@www.train-museum.org SUMMARY:Steam Returns to the Southeastern Railway Museum (10/7) DESCRIPTION:The Southeastern Railway Museum will host steam-powered rides at the museum on a pair of weekends this fall\, marking the first time in roughly 15 years that a steam train has operated at the museum. On Sept. 29-30 and Oct. 6-7\, the museum will host Jeddo Coal No. 85\, named “Mack.” John and Barney Gramling of Ashley\, Indiana\, own the steamer and take it to museums and events nationwide. The event coincides with a planned 20th anniversary celebration of the museum’s move to its current location. \n \n  \n  \n  \nTrain rides are $5. Premium (closer platform) “SmokeEater” caboose train rides are $8. Caboose train rides are time specific reservations. Please arrive on the loading platform at least 5 minutes ahead of ticketed time. \nRides on the museum’s antique handcar will be $2. Grandscale / Park Train rides are $3. Both the handcar and parktrain rides will be on a line up (first come\, first ride) basis. \nPlease NOTE: You must purchase museum admission to ride the train(s)\, or the handcar. Ride prices are in addition to museum admission. URL:https://www.train-museum.org/event/steam-returns-oct-7/ LOCATION:Southeastern Railway Museum\, 3595 Buford Hwy\, Duluth\, GA\, 30096\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181011T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181011T120500 DTSTAMP:20260403T182704 CREATED:20180917T192523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180917T192523Z UID:2567-1539253800-1539259500@www.train-museum.org SUMMARY:Second Thursday Preschool Program - Safety Vehicles DESCRIPTION:Second Thursday Preschooler Event –The second Thursday of each month from 10:30 AM-12:05 PM\, we invite you and your preschooler to get on board for the Southeastern Railway Museum’s special monthly preschool program! The weather is usually wonderful on October mornings at the museum\, so stop on by and bring a lunch for after the program! \nThis is an interactive educational program that allows the parent and child to participate together in activities related to the vehicle of the month. \nEach month\, the program features a different vehicle. There are 5 components to the program which revolve around the vehicle of the month: game\, story/song\, activity\, craft\, and when available\, the vehicle itself for children to see and experience up close. Each station lasts 15 minutes. The components will be facilitated by the museum’s Education Conductors. Second Thursday is perfect for your 2 to 4-year-old. \nThe vehicle for October 2018 is: safety vehicles! Duluth PD will be onsite with a police car; other vehicles TBD! \nThe cost is $10 per participating child. One adult is free per participating child\, additional adults are $11. To attend\, check-in at the ticket counter before 10:20 AM on the second Thursday of any month. The program is limited to the first 75 children participants (and their accompanying adults) and we strongly encourage signing up in advance. Advance ticket sales will cut off at 8 pm the evening before the event (Wednesday night). If the event fills up or sells out online\, there will NOT be onsite sales on Thursday. Tickets are valid only for the month purchased and may not be used for another month’s Second Thursday program. \nTrain rides are not included as part of the program but may be purchased separately. So that program participants do not miss any of the program\, the train ride will immediately follow the last station (typically at 12:15 pm). We recommend Second Thursday participants take the train after the program\, but other train rides will be scheduled throughout the morning and afternoon. \nWe can’t wait to see you there! If you have questions\, e-mail education@train-museum.org. \nPurchase tickets in advance on-line: https://southeasternrailwaymuseum.thundertix.com/ \n  URL:https://www.train-museum.org/event/second-thursday-preschool-program-safety-vehicles/ LOCATION:Southeastern Railway Museum\, 3595 Buford Hwy\, Duluth\, GA\, 30096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.train-museum.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/FiretruckatSRMsmall.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181013T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181013T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182704 CREATED:20180515T023614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180515T023614Z UID:2207-1539423000-1539442800@www.train-museum.org SUMMARY:Boy Scout Merit Badge Clinic Fall 2018 DESCRIPTION:The museum hosts a Boy Scout railroading merit badge clinic coordinated by the Piedmont Division\, NMRA staff.  To sign up (or for more information) contact the clinic coordinator. \nRescheduled from October 6\, 2018. \n  URL:https://www.train-museum.org/event/boy-scout-merit-badge-clinic-fall-2018/ LOCATION:Southeastern Railway Museum\, 3595 Buford Hwy\, Duluth\, GA\, 30096\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.train-museum.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/20180414_111059.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Piedmont NMRA":MAILTO:scouts@Piedmont-Div.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181027T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181027T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182704 CREATED:20180619T190553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180914T191048Z UID:2298-1540636200-1540656000@www.train-museum.org SUMMARY:Train or Treat DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate Halloween at the museum!\n\nDoors open at 10:00 am\, activities 10:30 am – 4:00 pm\n\nThe following activities are included in museum admission:\n\nCostume Contest for ages up to 12\n\nTimes TBA\n\n\nTrick or Treating at decorated stations around the museum\nWagon rides (donations appreciated)\nFall themed refreshments\nVisiting vendors and local businesses TBA\nLive music TBA\n\nThe following will be available for a small additional charge:\n\nHand car rides ($2)\nHistoric standard-gauge train ($3\, $5 combo with miniature train)\n\nTrain robberies TBA\n\n\nMiniature train ($3\, $5 combo with historic train)\nCab rides – ride up in the locomotive with the engineer! ($5/person\, 3 for $12 – limited availability)\nFood vendor\nIce cream vendor\n\n\n\nSpecial thanks to these sponsors and donors\nTo be announced! \nInterested in being a vendor and handing out candy while advertising your business? Email admin@train-museum.org for information. \nTo get 2 free train ride tickets\, drop off a bag of sealed\, individually-wrapped\, fun-size candy at the Museum’s gate house by October 20! \n2018 Train or Treat Festival Guide\nComing soon!  \n2017 Festival Guide: Page 1 | Page 2 \nMore information\nSee the Southeastern Railway Museum Facebook for the latest updates! To view photos from last year’s event\, visit the album on our Facebook page! URL:https://www.train-museum.org/event/train-or-treat-2018/ LOCATION:Southeastern Railway Museum\, 3595 Buford Hwy\, Duluth\, GA\, 30096\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181103T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181103T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T182704 CREATED:20180414T164229Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181031T181524Z UID:2151-1541239200-1541260800@www.train-museum.org SUMMARY:2018 Model Railroad Days DESCRIPTION:The Southeastern Railway Museum will host the North Georgia Modurail Club’s visiting model railroad layout from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Nov. 3-4. The special layout is included in regular museum admission. \nThe Southeastern Railway Museum’s own layout has made significant progress and has many new\, exciting features. The layout will be running next to the visiting layout in the Exhibit Hall. \nIn addition to North Georgia Modurail exhibit\, there will be “cash” tables selling new and used railroad models\, landscaping\, structures\, track\, artwork\, books\, etc. Items will be priced to sell. \nTrain rides will be available on the historic (standard-gauge) train and the miniature “park” train. \nCost: $10 adults\, $8 seniors 65+\, $7 children 2-12\, under 2 free. Train rides $3 per person. URL:https://www.train-museum.org/event/2018-model-railroad-days-day-one/ LOCATION:GA END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR