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Nickel Plate Heritage Railroad (NPHR) invites the community to climb aboard for a free day of fun, education, and railroad safety at its first-ever Train Safety Community Day, happening Saturday, Sept. 20, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Hobbs Station in Noblesville’s Forest Park.
The free event will feature Operation Lifesaver, a national program of the Federal Railroad Administration designed to teach the public how to stay safe around trains, tracks, and crossings.
Visitors can also explore the railroad’s historic equipment, including Nickel Plate One, a private Pullman car once owned by the Van Sweringen brothers, who were majority owners of the Nickel Plate Road in 1915. Free popcorn and soda will be served during the tours.
The day’s activities include:
- $5 caboose rides from Forest Park to downtown Noblesville
- Paw Patrol character visits from Characters HQ
- Touch-a-Truck displays featuring police vehicles, tow trucks, moving trucks, and heavy rail equipment
- Community partner booths from: SERVE Noblesville, Noblesville Boom, Noblesville Parks and Recreation, PrimeLife Enrichment, the bookmobile from Hamilton East Public Library, Scouting America – Crossroads of America Council, and SERVE Village.
“This event blends our mission of preserving railroad history with the importance of community safety,” NPHR Executive Director Emily Reynolds. “It’s a chance for families to have fun, explore historic trains, and leave with valuable safety knowledge.”
The event is open to the public, and no ticket is required to attend. Food purchases and caboose rides are available for a small fee.
For more details, visit nickelplateexpress.com or follow Nickel Plate Heritage Railroad on social media.