Our visit to the holiday train exhibit at Grand Central station

 December 15, 2012

On Sunday, Teenz in the City visited the eleventh annual holiday train exhibit at Grand Central station. The group was reminded to use their i-phones to determine the best travel route to Grand Central. We were impressed with how familiar the group is becoming with the subway system and knew which train we should take before looking direction up on hopstop! It shows that all their hard word is paying off. Upon arrival, we explored the Grand Central Terminal which we learned turns 100 in 2013 and we were able to enjoy this celebration! In a brand new layout built, model Metro-North and New York Central trains depart from a miniature Grand Central on their way North on a 34’ long, two-level layout. Vintage model trains from the Museum’s collection are on display joined by stunning New York Central railroad posters harkening back to Grand Central’s heyday as the nexus of long distance and commuter train travel. Afterwards, we explored the infamous food court for some delicious snacks and walked around the shopping area for some of their unique shops.