We took the boys to Golden Spike-the spot in Utah where the transcontinental railroad was joined. We've read about this countless times in our train books.
They were so excited. They brought two trains in that they've made for these reenactments-the Jupiter and the 119. Interestingly, both of them weren't supposed to be the actual trains there that day which I find fascinating-back in 1869. The trains that were selected both had problems and these were brought in last minute.
Steve was selected to help with the reenactment because some of the actors couldn't make it that day. He read the longest speech of the whole program. It was pretty funny.
We got to talk to the fireman and the engineer. Cedrik saw the engineers watch and asked a few other questions. We saw the steam and both of these trains burned wood. Very cool. V.e.r.y. c.o.o.l.
There were women with parasols which was perfect because both of the boys knew what they were and pointed them out to me!
Grandma Porter bought the boys tshirts that they try to wear daily. :)
We bought a couple of books too that are big hits.
I would totally go there again. I wish there had been some type of covering outside though because it was super hot, but that probably adds to the effect.
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