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Annual Lincoln Train Ride Commemoration at Stone Gables

April 13 - April 13, 2024

Stone Gable Estate - Elizabethtown, PA

About:

Take a step back into history to April, 1865. Commemorate 159 years since the Lincoln Funeral Train crossed through Stone Gables Estate! Witness and participate in this one-of-a-kind living history event. Includes a tour of the Lincoln Funeral Car and Lincoln Museum.

Visit the historic and iconic Star Barn built in 1877 for a self-guided tour from 9:00am-3:30pm. Bring your own picnic lunch and enjoy the beautiful grounds.


Date:

April 13, 2024


Rates:

  • Adults (ages 12+)- $15
  • Children (ages 3-12) – $10
  • Children, ages 2 and under, are free and must sit on a parents lap.
  • Guests dressed in period clothing will be able to ride the train for free. Pre purchased tickets, still necessary. Please email info@stonegablesestate.com
  • Bus Tours please call 717-902-9791

Included in Your Ticket:

  • A train ride on the historic Harrisburg, Lincoln, & Lancaster Railroad. While on the ride, the engine will go through the beautifully decorated Spring Garden Engine House.
  • Enjoy a visit to the Lincoln Funeral Car & the Lincoln Museum.
  • All guests will receive a complementary booklet – Abraham Lincoln, “Man of Faith.”
  • Self Guided tour of the Star Barn.
  • Shop at our store, “The Sower & Seed Shoppe” for souvenirs.
  • Bring your own picnic lunch, and enjoy the beautiful grounds.
  • Enjoy kids craft inside the Star Barn.
  • Take a snack break at the a campfire and enjoy smores (available for purchase).

Site Address and Directions to the Train – please watch for signage:

The entrance to Stone Gables Estate is: 1160 North Market Street. Elizabethtown, PA 17022. Watch for signage to direct you to park. Walk to the Ironstone train platform.
Once you arrive, walk to the Ironstone train platform. Please check in with the Guest Services Attendant who will give you directions. You will need to give the first and last name of the person who booked the tickets.
Please arrive 15-20 minutes prior to your departure

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Venue

Stone Gables Estate
1 Hollinger Lane
Elizabethtown, PA 17022 United States
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Phone
717-902-9791
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