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Saluda Train Tales

Free event but donations are welcome. Friday, May 16, 7pm, at the Saluda Historic Depot. Doors open at 6:30pm. Guest speaker Bo Brown speaks on “Reflections of a Southern Railroad Train Hostess.”  

3rd Annual Night at the Museum at The Saluda Depot

Free. Friday, April 4, 6-8pm. Saluda Historic Depot will hold a grand re-opening celebration. Enjoy the third annual Night at the Museum featuring historical characters who will re-enact the history of the railroad, the Saluda Grade and the history of the town of Saluda. Enjoy  an evening of music by local musicians, Mercury Rising, food, beverages, and more....

Saluda Train Tales

Free event at Saluda Historic Depot and Museum, Saluda, NC. Ray Rapp will speak on “Real Prospects for Restoring Passenger Rail Service to Western North Carolina.” Light refreshments will be available. More information available at:...

Saluda Train Tales

Free event at Saluda Historic Depot and Museum on Friday, August 16 at 7pm. Doors open at 6:30pm. Light refreshments will be available. Marion Mayor Steven Little will discuss “Convicts who built the Railway.” Steve Little has performed a one-man show titled “Life of a Railroad Convict,” which depicts the harsh conditions faced by convict laborers during the construction of the Old Fort Loops. He has also authored several books on the subjects which details the construction of the western North Carolina Railroad from 1875-1879....