Alaska Railroad News Archives

Palmer approves rail removal, ending hope for the train's full return - 5/1/24 Mat-SU Sentinel By Amy Bushatz

PALMER – City officials will soon remove about 86 feet of historic railroad tracks from downtown Palmer, ending a decades-long debate over preserving the rail and the dream of bringing regular train service back to the city. [More]

Alaska’s golden railroad spike back home after 100 years - 4/27/24 alaskanewssource.com By Eric Sowl

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - A historic solid gold railroad spike is now on display at the Anchorage Museum. [More]

Free train rides and family fun at Alaska Railroad open house May 3 in Anchorage - 4/22/24 youralaskalink.com

If you're looking for family-friendly fun in Anchorage, the Alaska Railroad is rolling out the welcome mat. The public is invited to a special open house at the Historic Anchorage Depot. [More]

Alaska Railroad Golden Spike - 4/18/24 By John Combs

The Alaska Railroad golden spike will be on display at the Anchorage Museum in the Alaska Exhibition starting Friday, April 25. I would love to have someone visit the display and send me photos! .

Alaska Railroad Easter Train - 4/2/24 AlaskaRailroad.com

Bring the family aboard the Easter Train for great treats, a magic show and a visit from the Easter Bunny. The train departs from the Historic Anchorage Downtown Depot and travels down the Turnagain Arm to Indian, then back to Anchorage. [More]