Steamtown National Historic Site To Host Union Pacific Big Boy Visit

Steamtown National Historic Site will welcome the historic Union Pacific Big Boy, the largest operating steam locomotive in the country, for a special public visit this June.

Ticketed viewing opportunities and public displays of the locomotive will take place on Monday, June 15 and Tuesday, June 16. Following the public display dates, visitors will have the opportunity to observe locomotive maintenance activities from Wednesday, June 17 through Tuesday, June 30.

During the maintenance period, one of the locomotive’s cabs will be open for public viewing, giving guests a unique behind-the-scenes look at the historic engine and its operations.

Visitors are encouraged to check with Steamtown National Historic Site for additional event details, ticket information, and visiting hours.