Monday, August 13, 2012

All aboard the St Louis Iron Mountain & Southern Railway



Gather the gang and head to Jackson, MO to step back in time with the St Louis Iron Mountain and Southern Railway for a historic and fun train ride pulled by “Pennsylvania Diesel #5898” built in 1950.



Once aboard the train you just never know who you may see lurching behind the trees with all kinds of tricks up their sleeves.  The train has been known to been robbed by the famous James Gang, those boys can get the train passengers really rallied up.  



However, these robbers seem to be more Robin Hoods than they are thieves, as it appears they rob the rich and pay the poor.  

Handing out Candy

The St Louis Iron Mountain Railway is the only full size passenger train running in the area and has been keeping railroad history alive for more than 26 years.  The train runs weekly, leaving from the station at the intersection of 61 & 25 in Jackson, MO.  The train is operated by all volunteers that dedicate their days to providing you with a memorable afternoon aboard the train.     




There is a snack bar on the train or you can pack your lunch and eat as you ride, other activities include coloring contest, sing-along, face painting, and balloon animals.  

Special events aboard the train include Murder Mystery Dinner Train, HOBO Train, Iron Mountain Baby Birthday Train, Chocolate Express, Full Moon Hayride Train, and the ever-popular Santa Express. 

Visit St Louis Iron Mountain Railway’s website for a complete schedule and prices.  

Attempting to rob us or tell us a joke!

Being Robbed by the James Gang

Our OFFICIAL BADITO

Confiscating his Gun of Course

Group of Riders & The James Gang



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