The City of Lebanon has announced that Lebanon has been selected as an official whistle stop for one of the most iconic trains in American history!
On Tuesday, July 7, from 12:35 PM to 1:20 PM, Union Pacific’s legendary Big Boy No. 4014—the world’s largest operating steam locomotive—will make a special stop in Lebanon as part of a historic coast-to-coast journey commemorating America’s 250th Anniversary.
This once-in-a-lifetime tour is a collaboration between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern and features not only the famous Big Boy, but also several historic passenger cars from Union Pacific’s Heritage Fleet, along with two commemorative locomotives: No. 1616 Abraham Lincoln and No. 1776 America 250.
To celebrate this extraordinary occasion, the City of Lebanon will host a community celebration honoring our nation’s rich railroad heritage and the role trains played in shaping communities like Lebanon.
To support this celebration, Lebanon Transit will deviate its Route 17 bus, beginning at 9:00am and ending at 3:00pm.
Route 17 Planned Service Change – Inbound:
- From Cumberland Street
- Right onto Lincoln Avenue
- Left onto Schneider Drive
- Left onto 4th Street
- Right onto 8th Street
- Left onto C&L Street
- Left onto 10th Street
- Left onto Willow Street
- Back to 7th & Willow Transfer Station
Normal fare of $1.75 will be charged. Lebanon Transit reminds riders that exact change is required when paying with cash on board vehicles.
Local residents and visitors to the area are also encouraged to utilize Lebanon Transit’s other bus routes, all of which begin and end at the 7th & Willow Transfer Station, just a short walk to the train tracks at the Lebanon YMCA.