Family Fun and Learning for Kids (and Adults) Who Need Extra BrainFood: May 7 Saturday is National Train Day - see East meets West and California Missions exhibits

Tuesday, May 3, 2011

May 7 Saturday is National Train Day - see East meets West and California Missions exhibits

This year's NATIONAL TRAIN DAY celebration from 11am to 4pm at Union Station in Los Angeles features two special exhibits ...about 19th century Chinese contribution to the development of the railroad and about the 21 California Missions along El Camino Real. It is always fun to take the train as a family to San Diego, Santa Barbara or other city stops where are missions within walking distance from the train station.

You can also reserve free timed tickets to tour Amtrak equipment, freight and commuter trains, and notable private railroad cars. For details on this Saturday's exhibit and to reserve your tickets, please go to:

http://www.nationaltrainday.com/events/la/

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East Meets West Exhibit:

This exhibit, created in partnership with local Asian community and cultural organizations, will display archived photos, facts and stories of the 19th century Chinese contribution to the development of the railroad.

California Missions Exhibit:

This exhibit will showcase the 21 California Missions along El Camino Real (also known as The Royal Highway, located between San Diego and San Francisco). A California Mission docent will be on hand to speak about the history of the Missions and their connection to the railroad. An Amtrak representative will speak about current travel routes and trips.

Union Station
800 North Alameda Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012
11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
FREE Fun For All!
$6 Parking available at E. Cesar Chavez and N. Vignes Streets in the MTA Lot

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