Seattle's Rich Train History Brings out the Inner Child in us All Boys and girls of all ages love trains and trains have played a vital role in the history of this country and Seattle Washington and the Nor thwest in particular. In fact, the roles of trains on this part of the country have in the past been so vital that there are a few museums d edicated to that very important mode of transportation. Trains were es sentially lifelines for the populations here for many years. While the ir importance seems to be diminishing in today's society, their import ance throughout the history of our country remains. If you truly are a train lover, then it shouldn't be difficult to talk you into stopping by Seattle's Train Center before and after touring th e museums dedicated to trains and their importance in history. The Trai n Center offers a wide selection of model train parts and pieces that w ould make excellent additions to your collection or a great beginning t o a collection for you or your little one. After you've whetted your appetite for trains and gotten your little o ne all excited about them, it is time to talk a walk back in time to t he Northwest Railway Museum. Here you can learn about railway history or even choose to take a ride on one of the trains that departs for se veral excursions throughout the day. Most of the trips are 65-75 minut es long and a great treat for young and old alike. Perhaps the greates t thing about this museum is that their main objective is to educate t he public about the important role that railroads had in the developme nt of this part of the country. If you're really interested in sharing your love of trains with the on es you love, you may consider taking a turn on the Spirit of Washingto n Dinner Train. This is a great way to not only get the experience of riding the rails but to take in some of the beautiful Washington scene ry and have a gourmet meal in the process. During the months of Novemb er through April up to two children ride free with a paying adult. The re are certain restrictions as to the type of seating, but it is a gre at time to enjoy the experience at a greatly reduced price. There are also special events such as Murder Mystery Trains and Magic and Illusi on shows in addition to certain holiday events as well. Be sure to che ck out what's going on while you're visiting Seattle and see if this i s something that might interest you and your family. If you are up for a not so short drive to Pasco (about three and a hal
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f hours from Seattle), you might find the Washington State Railroads H istorical Society Museum well worth the trip. Be sure to remember that the museum is only opened on Saturday and that the hours are limited so this is a trip you need to plan in advance to take. The greatest th ing about this museum to me is the fact that there are neat little sto ries, like the blackboard that recorded the first snowfall at the depo t each year and others such as this. It's the little stories that don' t necessarily make history that do make lasting impressions and I'm gl ad to see this particular story is being shared. Just remember, when v isiting any of these depots, museums, and train tours that you absolut ely must bring your inner child with you in order to properly enjoy th em. PPPPP (word count 585)
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