Ride the rails to springtime on Nickel Plate Express next month

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A new family experience will allow kids of all ages to enjoy a springtime adventure on the Nickel Plate Easter Express on April 9, 10 and 16.

Passengers will ride historic railroad cars and be part of the adventure as they help the farmer find his missing eggs. This interactive on-board story with a farmer and an Easter Bunny is sure to entertain all ages. In addition to the fun on-board experience, passengers will get a holiday cookie, a special drink, and an opportunity to meet the Easter Bunny.

This family fun ride is available two weekends in April. Excursions will depart from Forest Park each day at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Tickets are $32 for adults and $28 for children ages 3 and older. Tickets can be purchased online at NickelPlateExpress.com/tickets.

About the Nickel Plate Express

The Nickel Plate Express is a program of the Nickel Plate Heritage Railroad, a charitable nonprofit that operates the historic Arcadia Depot and offers entertainment and educational excursions on historic train equipment out of Forest Park. The 12.5 miles of Nickel Plate Track is owned by the Hoosier Heritage Port Authority.