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April 11, 2009
The Atlanta Cyclorama & Civil War Museum
Celebrates the 147th Anniversary of The Great Locomotive Chase
April 11, 2009. The Atlanta Cyclorama, home of the Locomotive TEXAS, commemorates the 147th anniversary of the Great Locomotive chase. It was on April 12, 1862 the Locomotive TEXAS, manned by an Atlanta train crew, chased and caught the locomotive GENERAL that had been stolen by Union soldiers and spies. This 70 mile epic melodrama has been the subject of many books, TV programs and movies.
On April 11th Model Train Collectors “North Georgia Tinplate Trackers” will be in attendance with one of their famous model train modules on display! Every module has push-buttons which allow spectators to operate various model railroad accessories, including crossing gates, billboards, whistles, and other animated structures.
The club operates its modular layout at children's hospitals, nursing homes, schools, and train shows throughout the year.
There will also be additional special guests to participate in the anniversary of the Locomotive Texas.
Come and enjoy your heritage at the Atlanta Cyclorama & Civil War Museum located in Historic Grant Park. There is a show every 30 minutes from 9:30AM to 4:30 PM daily. Admission is $8.00 for adults, $7.00 for seniors, $6.00 for children 6-12 and free for children under 6 years old. Group rates are available and arrangements can be made for private receptions, lectures and meetings. If you have questions call (404) 658-7625 or email: atlcyclorama@atlantaga.gov.
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