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It was a time of prosperity and growth. As the lumber industry thrived, so did the residents of Williamsport. By the mid-1800's, Williamsport was known throughout the nation as the Lumber Capital of the world and a city of millionaires. These millionaires provided the funds and impetus for Williamsport's first form of public transportation - the streetcar. In 1863, Governor Andrew Curtin signed a charter creating the Williamsport Passenger Railway Company.
Under the direction of Peter Herdic, construction of the railway began. In 1865, streetcar service started in time for the State Fair, held in Williamsport. The first streetcars were horse-drawn and equipped with a small stove to keep passengers warm in the winter. Electric streetcars were introduced to Williamsport in 1891, one year prior to those in Philadelphia. They operated in the city until June 11, 1933, when the last trolley rolled to a halt.
Today, Williamsport River Valley Transit recreates that era with the Peter Herdic, Anne Weightman,
and Carl Stotz Trolleys touring the sites of the City, and be transported back to the days of the lumber barons.
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Peter Herdic and Anne Weightman Trolleys |
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Williamsport Trolley Tour
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Tour the Victorian Splendor of Historic Williamsport! The
Williamsport Trolley Tour is a delightful ride through
Williamsport’s areas of interest, featuring Millionaire’s Row.
See the impressive mansions built by the lumber barons of days
gone by and learn the rich history of the lumber capital of the
world! Other highlights of the tour include Memorial Park where
the first Little League Baseball game was played and Brandon
Park whose entrance is guarded by the magnificent tree sculpture
of Chief Woapalanee.
Route & Schedule Information
Passengers may start the trip at any of the three Trolley stops.
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June 1, 2007 through September 1,
2007. |
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Tuesday thru Friday |
| Peter Herdic Transportation
Museum |
Susquehanna State Park /
Hiawatha |
Third Street Parking Garage (Bus
Stop # 10) |
| 10:45 am |
11:00 |
11:20 |
| 12:15 pm |
12:30 |
12:50 |
| 1:45 pm |
2:00 |
2:20 |
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Saturday |
| Peter Herdic Transportation
Museum |
Susquehanna State Park /
Hiawatha |
Third Street Parking Garage (Bus
Stop # 10) |
| 10:45 am |
11:00 |
11:20 |
| 12:15 pm |
12:30 |
12:50 |
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October 16, 2007 through November 29,
2007 (excluding Thanksgiving Day, November 22) |
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Tuesday and Thursday |
| Peter Herdic Transportation
Museum: Victorian Gazebo |
| 10:45 am |
| 12:15 pm |
Fares
One fare allows passengers to get on and off once at each
Trolley stop during that particular day.
| Adults: $5.00 |
Seniors: $4.00 |
Children: $3.00 |
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(Ages 60+) |
(Under 12) |
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Tickets are available from the Peter Herdic
Transportation Museum or the Hiawatha House in
Susquehanna State Park (operational season only). FREE admission to the Peter Herdic Transportation Museum and FREE Parking included
with paid Trolley Tour admission. (Tokens, monthly
passes and special discounts are not accepted for the
Trolley Tour. All trips subject to availability.) |
Hiawatha
During the Hiawatha's operating season, You can combine your Trolley Tour with a ride on the Hiawatha Riverboat when the Trolley stops at the Susquehanna State Park where the boat docks. Enjoy a cruise aboard the Hiawatha Paddlewheeler, named for the turn-of-the-century Riverboat which graced the Susquehanna River. Learn more by visiting
www.rideHiawatha.com. Start your Trolley Tour early and take the mid-day Public Cruise aboad the riverboat, then finish the rest of the Trolley Tour and return to where you started.
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Special Tours & Charters
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Private Charters
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The Trolleys are available year-round for all special occasions: Weddings, Birthday Parties, Bridal Showers and Anniversaries. Charters may be scheduled any day of the week except during our scheduled public tours (see the schedule on this page). Group rates are available.
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Call River Valley Transit for more information at
(800) 248-9287, or
(570) 326-2500.
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Special School Trips
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School students, Kindergarten through High School, enjoy a one-hour discounted trip specifically designed for their age level!
Daycare and youth groups are welcome!
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Call River Valley Transit for more information at
(800) 248-9287, or
(570) 326-2500.
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Haunted Trolley Tour
- Public Tours are Saturday, October 20, 2007.
- Tickets go on sale beginning Monday, October 1, 2007.
- Group Tours available, contact us for details.
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Tour of Lights
- Public Tours are available from December 13 - 18, 2007.
- Tickets go on sale
beginning Monday, December 3, 2007.
- Group Tours are available, contact us for details.
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Click Here for more details.
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Historical Tours
Two historical
trolley tours featuring Millionaire's Row offer a glimpse of the
past.
- A Victorian Venture
- Designed for groups of 30 or less, may also include a walking tour of one or two historical building
- A Journey Through Time
- Designed for groups of 30 or more, include a tour of the Lycoming County Historical Museum.
Historical Tours are operated by the Visitor Information Bureau.
Call Visitors Information Bureau for Rates, Dates &
Information at (800) 358-9900.
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