Stories
Amarillo Santa Fe Passenger Trains, 1955
Amarillo was fortunate in 1955 to have six passenger trains scheduled through town and one mixed train on the Dumas...
Indian Summer for Steam
By 1955 steam was just about done on the Santa Fe, and most railroads. The “last” steam run on the Plains Division was...
Bugs and the Railroads in Texas – A Guest Post
A few weeks ago, Scott asked me if I would write a few words that could be included in this newsletter. Since my...
Executive Director’s Report February 2024
Director’s Report Newsletter February 2024 2023 was quite a year for our organization; we couldn’t have done it...
Brightline Adventure
"Trains are wonderful... To travel by train is to see nature and human beings, towns and churches and rivers, in fact,...
Is this the future of travel in the U.S.?
It’s the basic attention to detail that stands out on a Brightline train: the legroom and plush leather seats; the...
September: Remembering Underground Railroad Month and the Quest for Freedom
September holds a special place for those passionate about history. It's...
Help Bring Amtrak to Amarillo, Texas
Amtrak Daily Long-Distance Service Study The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) is conducting an Amtrak Daily...
Amarillo’s Bright Future: All Aboard Amtrak!
The vibrant city of Amarillo, with its rich cultural tapestry and iconic landmarks like the Palo Duro Canyon, is...