For a revolutionary July 4th celebration, climb aboard as the Historic Jefferson Railway recreates the Golden Era of steam railroading. For a cool blast on a hot fourth, every rider this weekend will receive free watermelon and a prize from our treasure chest. Veterans and active Military Personnel can ride free, with proof of service.



You will see a celebration of flags at the historic train depot and along the track as the history of Independence Day unfolds in our narrated day tours.



With whistles blowing and pistons chugging, the live steam, narrow gauge railroad transports its passengers back to the 1800s on a scenic narrated tour along the Big Cypress Bayou, rolling through the history laden Piney Woods.



You can view a Confederate Powder Magazine along the five-mile, 40-minute tour, as well as the historical ruins of the Clark and Boice Sawmill and the first iron foundry in East Texas.



You’ll be red, white and blue in the face when you join The Ghost Hunt of Jefferson for a free one-hour walking tour visiting 13 of the most “active” locations in town. After The Ghost Hunt, hang on for the ride of your life, as the Ghost Train departs from the “haunted” depot and carries you deep through the dark woods along the Bayou, sharing tales that will make you reach for your loved ones!



The Railway has become a part of the thriving community of Jefferson sponsoring major events throughout the year that bring over 20,000 visitors to Jefferson. Riders look forward all year to Terror on the Bayou Fright Train, Rail of Lights Christmas & New Year’s Train as well as Diamond Don’s Riverport National Vintage Motocross and the Trammel’s Trace Rendezvous.



The train was built in 1964 for Six Guns Territory in Florida and moved to Jefferson in 1986. It is a Crown Metals reproduction of the 1870’s American class 4-4-0 steam locomotive christened the Robert E. Lee and known as Engine #7. The open car coach seats still carry the custom medallions cast into them designed especially for the Six Guns amusement park.



For information on pricing, schedule and events, please visit www.JeffersonRailway.com or call 866-398-2038.

* HISTORIC JEFFERSON RAILWAY

400 E. Austin

Friday, July 3@ 9:30 p.m. (Ghost Train)

Saturday, July 4 @ 2:30 p.m. & 4:30 p.m. (Day Excursions) & Ghost Train will depart 20 minutes after the fireworks show ends

Sunday, July 5 @ 12:30 p.m. (Day Excursion)

(866) 398-2038



* JEFFERSON GHOST HUNT

Departs from: 124 W. Austin (Corner of Austin & Vale)

Friday & Saturday, July 3 & 4@ 8:00 p.m.

(866) 398-2038

www.jeffersonrailway.com