Heritage Steam-Power Workshop Presented By Ladies of Steam
All Ages • All Day Activity
What to Expect
Join The Ladies of Steam and the EBT Foundation, Inc. for a hands‑on educational event celebrating steam preservation, traction engines, and boiler heritage. This program is dedicated to empowering women in steam preservation and related trades.
What You'll Learn About And Do:
- Basics of historic steam traction‑engine operation, with guided, hands‑on experience operating a vintage traction engine with The Ladies of Steam
- History and significance of the 1916 No. 16 Baldwin Locomotive — the first of six to be restored steam locomotives placed into service at the East Broad Top
- Ride on the East Broad Top powered by No. 16 and receive a commemorative photo
Logistics and Cost:
- Price: $150 per person
- Capacity: Limited to 40 participants (to ensure hands‑on experiential learning)
- Sponsor: M.J. Miller Agriculture Heritage Fund at the Community Foundation for the Alleghenies
Includes
Train Excursion behind Steam Locomotive #16
Classroom-style instruction and hands-on training
Boxed Lunch
Commemorative photo and an East Broad Top hat for each participant
Opportunity to purchase additional merchandise on site
Restrictions
Train Rides
Boarding our historic railroad equipment requires navigating four steep and narrow stairs. We are proud to offer at least one wheelchair-accessible car on each train that provides access via a hydraulic lift capable of accommodating up to 600 lbs. This lift can be utilized by passengers who must remain in their wheelchair for the duration of the ride, or by those using a mobility device who have difficulty navigating stairs. Please see the [accessibility section of our website] (https://eastbroadtop.com/accessibility/) for more information.
Only trained service animals are permitted aboard our trains or inside the historic shop complex.
Duration
5.5 Hours
Address
421 Meadow St., Rockhill Furnace, PA, 17249
Pricing
| Person | $150 |
Cancellation Policy
No refunds. Full value of tickets may be transferred to credit. Trains and tours operate rain, snow or shine. Motive power and rolling stock are subject to change without notice.
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