All Aboard! Railway Reflections International Art Expo

Railway Reflections International Art Expo focuses on the Virginia & Truckee Railroad, famously known as the Queen of the Short Lines. More specifically, the Expo is being staged to help raise funds for restoring the V & T to running condition along its original route (with a couple of minor variations) between the Comstock mines in Virginia City and the ore refining mills in Carson City. If you don't know about the V & T and why it is a major feature of Reno / Tahoe history, read this brief history of the V & T and description of the restoration project.

Railway Reflections is presented by the Northern Nevada Railway Foundation. The Expo revolves around the historic Comstock region of Carson City, Virginia City, and Dayton, Nevada. The Expo runs from July 17 to August 17, 2008. According to the Foundation's Expo brochure, "it's all things train, all month long." All those things will include a train classics film festival, art exhibits and sales, silver commemorative medallions, dance performances, railroadiana show and sale, melodrama at the famous Piper's Opera House in Virginia City, a golf tournament, and more. This whole thing looks like it's going to be major fun for everyone. If you are a steam train buff, here's a chance to immerse yourself in the history of one of the West's most significant railroads. Get additional information by calling (775) 885-6833.

On weekends during the Expo, ride vintage rolling stock at Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City. The museum has a collection of original V & T Railroad equipment. For departure schedules, check the website or call (775) 687-6953.