nps.gov/alpo/index.htm Allegheny Portage Railroad National Historic Site is just a short drive (about 30 minutes) from Johnstown Flood National Memorial. There visitors can learn about the Allegheny Portage Railroad, the most important of the five divisions of the Pennsylvania Mainline Canal. The Portage was used to haul canal boats, passengers, and freight over the Allegheny mountains. Visitors can see the 20 minute park film, tour the Engine House #6 exhibit shelter, tour the Lemon House, and more. Click on the park website link to learn more! ~NMK
Posted on: Mon, 08 Dec 2014 14:00:00 +0000
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