D I S C OV E R T H E

GOLDEN GATE RAILROAD MUSEUM

I N T H E S A N F R A N C I S C O B AY A R E A 35TH ANNIVERSARY 1975-2010

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Welcome to the Golden Gate Railroad Museum and our 2010 guidebook. On the following pages, youll find a selection of information about upcoming excursions, whats new at the museum and much more. Plus, this year is a great time for you to visit as we are celebrating our 35th anniversary. So on behalf of everyone at the museum...

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Who doesnt love a train? Theres something about them that we all enjoy. The sound of the whistle brings memories back, but its the experience that creates memories for years to come. At the Golden Gate Railroad Museum, its a heritage to the past, a service to the present and a dream to the future, still to come.

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THERES SOMETHING TRULY AMAZING about railroading. Something deep inside us that we cant explain, we just understand. Holding a promise of something unexpected, something new around every bend in the track. The panorama of America on display outside the window - waving a greeting as your train rushes by. Its the sound of a distant whistle. The rhythm of the wheels. The memories of your rst childhood train trip. Its relaxing and stimulating at the same time. But its also more. Its a ticket home or a ticket to adventure. To new scenes passing by the window or to places well remembered. Its more much than a way to get from here to there, its an experience youll never forget.

Its a ticket home or a ticket to adventure. Its an experience youll never forget.

This year, come join us at the Golden Gate Railroad Museum. Experience the rush of seeing a vintage steam locomotive come to life or ride in a passenger car where if you listen carefully, youll insist you can hear the stories and tales of yesterday. In 1975 a group of dedicated volunteers brought this museum to life. We at Golden Gate Railroad Museum invite you to come visit us in 2010 and celebrate our 35th anniversary. Today the museum is alive and well with a bright outlook into the future. We'd also like to thank the Pacic Locomotive Association for their dedicated assistance to the museum. We look forward to seeing you sometime soon. All aboard!

WHEN YOU JOIN US FOR AN EXCURSION, youre not strapped to a seat or stuck in one car. Youre free to roam and explore the people and train around you. There truly is something about a train trip that evokes magic and adventure. Anyway you look at things, this year will surely be an outstanding one for the museum. From our 35th anniversary to our excursions, theres something for everyone. LOOK AT WHATS NEW FOR 2010... ON-BOARD AMENITIES. Starting with our March excursion, well be introducing new features and amenities to all our classes. Both First and Executive Classes will feature new menu options as well. MORE COMMUNICATION. This year, well continue to introduce new communication materials. We invite you to join us on Facebook (Golden Gate Railroad Museum) and on Twitter (GGRM). ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION. 2010 marks the 35th anniversary of the museum. Special events and activities are planned throughout the year as we celebrate a year of railroading. NEW MEMBERSHIP FEATURES. Later this year well be introducing a redesigned membership program. Look for these and other new features coming to the Golden Gate Railroad Museum during 2010. Visit our website for complete details.

To new scenes passing by the window or to places well remembered.

GRAB YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS AND JOIN us for an excursion behind the vintage Southern Pacic locomotive No. 2472 through the scenic Niles Canyon. Youll see your train rolling through the canyon and hear the whistle echo off of the hillsides. Our excursions are truly a sight to see and hear. Also, our excursions are perfect for

Experience the rush of seeing a vintage steam locomotive come to life.

the whole family. This year, in partnership

with the Pacic Locomotive Association, we are pleased to offer three unique excursions over the Niles Canyon Railway in March, May and September. In addition to our regular excursions, weve also added special runs through the canyon including a Photographers Special and a Moonlight Special. We invite you to take advantage of all our excursions throughout the year. At other times throughout the year, we will showcase our Museum Train. When our Museum Train is on display, youll be able to nd it at the Niles Canyon Railway depot in Historic Niles just off Mission Blvd. Make sure to stop by for one of our Museum Train events where you can stroll through the trains of yesteryear. You can also spend an afternoon in the historic Niles Main Street District walking the avenue and shopping at the various stores. For more details about upcoming Golden Gate Railroad Museum excursions or fare and schedule information, visit ggrm.org. Additionally, a 2010 excursion brochure is available at all our events. You can also view the brochure at ggrm.org.

A TRIP ON A GOLDEN GATE RAILROAD Museum excursion is a great way to enjoy a variety of accommodations available. Our regularly scheduled trains offer three types of accommodations.

COACH
CLASS

Coach Class is a great way to enjoy your journey. Unreserved seating is available in historic coaches and family friendly open-air cars. Snacks and beverages can be purchased onboard. Handicapped access is limited.

FIRST
CLASS

Travel in style in First Class on the Neil Vodden, a club-lounge recently restored to its 1940s appearance and features air conditioning and a circular mahogany beverage bar framed by etched glass and mirrors. FIRST CLASS FEATURES INCLUDE: Reserved seating, at-seat service provided in a classic atmosphere, complimentary glass of wine, assorted beverages and light snacks.

For a truly exceptional experience travel aboard the Southern Pacic Business Car No. 141, the Oakland. EXECUTIVE CLASS FEATURES INCLUDE: Limited seating, at-seat service in an elegant atmosphere, selection of tempting hors doeuvres freshly prepared onboard by our chef, an array of complimentary beverages including wine and soft drinks. Executive Class is available to those 21 years of age or older.

EXECUTIVE
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BECOMING A MEMBER OF THE GOLDEN Gate Railroad Museum is a great way to enjoy all the options the museum has to offer. As a member youll be a part of a heritage to the past, a service to the present and a dream to the future, still to come. There are several levels of membership to chose from, each offering a unique opportunity and level of involvement to support the Golden Gate Railroad Museums dedication to preservation of railroading equipment in the Bay Area.

A service to the present and a dream to the future, still to come!

Later this year, as part of our 35th anniversary,

well be introducing a redesigned membership program. Were delivering the options and priviledges that you deserve. All memberships to the museum include subscriptions to museum publications, members-only events, annual members dinner, exclusive members-only merchandise as well as as discounts on general merchandise. There are membership categories for volunteers who choose to work on restoration projects and operational events and for individuals who support the museum but arent able to participate on projects and events due to location and other factors. A membership brochure is available at all our events, as well as at ggrm.org. Take a look at our membership information and youll nd benets that only the Golden Gate Railroad Museum can deliever. Welcome aboard!

COME OUT AND JOIN US FOR ONE OF OUR excursions. The museum is located in the San Francisco Bay Areas East Bay north of San Jose and east of Fremont. Museum excursions arrive and depart from the Niles Canyon Railway depot in Sunol located at 6 Kilkare Road, Sunol, CA 94586. Sunol is located on SR-84, just west of I-680. We always look forward to chatting with you about the museum. There are multiple ways to reach us.

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TWITTER

You can also nd us on FLICKR and YOU TUBE E-MAIL 2474info@ggrm.org

MAIL Golden Gate Railroad Museum, Inc. 1755 East Bayshore Road, Suite 19A Redwood City, CA 94063 PHONE 650-365-2472

CHARTER INFORMATION Contact Timothy Corbett at tmcorbett@ggrm.org PRESS AND MEDIA INFORMATION Contact Michael Beener at mgbeener@ggrm.org
Photo Credits: Back Cover, Thomas Rivette
Excursions and events on the Niles Canyon Railway are sponsored by the Golden Gate Railroad Museum (GGRM) and the Pacific Locomotive Association (PLA) to support the continued restoration of historic artifacts and rail line. All services, events and accessibility information shown in this brochure are not guaranteed, are subject to change without notice and form no part of the contract between GGRM and/or PLA and a customer. GGRM disclaims liability for inconvenience, expense or damage resulting from errors in this brochure. GGRM reserves the right to change its policies without notice. All right reserved. All information herein is correct at time of publishing. 2010 Golden Gate Railroad Museum.

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