For about 100 years, from the mid 1800s until the middle of the 20th century, railroads ruled the nation. The major rail companies — Southern Pacific, New York Central, Baltimore & Ohio, Pennsylvania ...

The railroad station once was in institution an American life, in small towns and big cities alike. This human-interest tale is interwoven with history as the program explores how people interacted ...

Among the delights of railroad travel is departing and arriving at great stations. I have more than a few favorite stations, so I'll limit today's essay to active stations served by regularly ...