In the days when traveling circuses reigned supreme, only the train had the power to bring the show to town.

When the circus came to town, the town took a break. And in the days before movies, radio and TV, when circuses were America’s favorite form of entertainment, they traveled the country on some of the most colorful trains ever built. The whistle of the circus train meant an unofficial holiday.

THE CIRCUS TRAIN is a nostalgic look at a largely-vanished icon, from the spe (more…)

Review

“Lorett Treese has energetically gathered a wide sampling of history and culture, giving an entertaining glimpse into railroading’s past.” — Dan Cupper, author of “Crossroads of Commerce” and “Rockville Bridge”

Divides the state into regions and explores the major railroads, recounts the lore, profiles the individuals involved, and identifies places one can go to experience the relics of rail culture. These are regional histories of the great r (more…)

Editorial Review

Kids who love Thomas the Tank Engine may recall the fun when Henry and the Elephant came to the Island of Sodor via the Circus Train. Made of sturdy wood and plastic, this set of three cars comes with five wooden animals: an elephant, a lion, a tiger, a zebra, and a giraffe. Like all cars and engines in the system, these link together via a sturdy and reliable system of magnets. Use them as components in a whole miniature world of train-car characters, wooden tra (more…)

From the Manufacturer

Keystone Express Complete ready to run Electric Train Set Includes: Alco FA-2 Locomotive, 2 – coach cars, observation Car, 60″ X 40″ oval of track, and 80 watt transformer.

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From the Manufacturer

Storing large play pieces like train tracks and train accessories is simple with the handy Honey Train Trundle Drawer. Designed to withstand rigorous use, the Trundle Drawer is crafted from a combination of wipe-clean melamine and high-impact T-molding for extra durability. The Trundle Drawer is shallow enough to fit under most train tables, beds, or other low tables.

Storing large play pieces like train tracks and train accessories (more…)