Virginia Passenger Rail Authority (VPRA)

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Black History in Rail Transporation: During the period known as the Great Migration, which spanned from 1916 to 1970, over 6 million African Americans relocated from the rural southern regions to urban areas in the North, Midwest, and West. This movement was driven by the pursuit of better economic prospects and the desire to flee oppressive segregationist legislation. Train travel emerged as one of the predominant means of transportation during this significant migration. Photo cred: New York Times Upfront

Coming this Friday! Join our Executive Director DJ Stadtler, as he discusses how Virginia, seeking relief from what had become an “all day rush hour,” turned to rail and found new ways to expand service across our state on a webinar hosted by the High-Speed Rail Alliance. The webinar is free. Register here: https://lnkd.in/e9Qy3rY9

Amtrak Virginia Sets All-Time Record with 2024 Ridership! https://lnkd.in/exTPkJmV

Rail Safety Reminder: Trying to capture the perfect picture? Tracks aren’t your backdrop. Stay off and stay safe! Let’s keep the focus on safety, not risks. #NoSelfiesOnTracks

In honor of Black History Month, we celebrate pioneering Black Americans in rail and transportation. From laying the tracks that built America to pioneering advancements in modern transportation, Black Americans have played a crucial role in shaping the industry. Throughout February, we'll commemorate the advancements made in transportation and celebrate the trailblazers who changed rail history.

National Puzzle Day Answers! Did you guess correctly? GLENWOOD SPRINGS STATION (Hint: CO) WHITEFISH STATION (Hint: MT) MAIN STREET STATION (Hint: VA)

Make your Amtrak Virginia trip even smoother by downloading the Amtrak App. Access your tickets and get updates and trip information at the palm of your hands. Download today at https://lnkd.in/ewcfh26S.

Happy National Puzzle Day! Can you unscramble these iconic train stations? DGWLNEOOS SPRINGST SAITON (Hint: CO) TWHIFISEI TSNOIAT (Hint: MT) TANIM STERET STONIA (Hint: VA)

Rail Trivia Tuesday: Did you know that the standard gauge width for most railroads in the United States is 4 feet, 8.5 inches? Today, standard gauge is utilized almost everywhere. Only a few municipal and regional mass transit systems that do not require equipment interchanges continue to use non-standard gauges. Photo cred: Cumberland Model Engineering