The world’s largest operating steam locomotive, Big Boy No. 4014 will make its way to the East Coast for the first time as part of the America250 celebration.
The locomotive will be part of a celebration in Philadelphia, major display events throughout eight cities, and more than 50 whistle-stops in 10 different states including Indiana, Ohio, New York, and Pennsylvania.
Hoping to see this big train in action? Check below for dates within Pennsylvania:
June 9 – North East
June 13 – Nicholson
June 17-30 – Scranton, Steamtown National Historic Site, locomotive maintenance (park admission required)
July 2 – Reading, Pottstown
July 7 – Lebanon
July 8 – Lewistown, Altoona
July 11 – Cresson, Leetsdale, Historic Horseshoe Curve; ticketed event.
More information about this locomotive can be on the Erie News Now website:
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