East Broad Top Railroad
National Historic Landmark

East Broad Top Railroad

Rockhill Furnace, Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania
Listed
October 14, 1966
Type
District
Period
Civil War
Ref No.
66000666

About this property

The East Broad Top Railroad (reporting mark EBT) is a 3 ft (914 mm) narrow gauge historic and heritage railroad headquartered in Rockhill Furnace, Pennsylvania. Operating from 1871 to 1956, it is one of the United States' oldest and best-preserved narrow-gauge railroads, and was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1964. The railroad was preserved for use as a tourist attraction until operations ceased in 2011. In February 2020, after a nine-year closure, it was announced that the railroad had been purchased by a non-profit foundation and regular train services resumed in the summer of 2021.

Location

Rockhill Furnace, Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania
40.22972, -77.99554

Categories

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Sources

Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).

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When was East Broad Top Railroad listed on the National Register?

East Broad Top Railroad was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on October 14, 1966.

What type of historic resource is East Broad Top Railroad?

East Broad Top Railroad is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.

Is East Broad Top Railroad a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. East Broad Top Railroad has been designated a National Historic Landmark (NHL), the highest level of federal recognition for historic properties in the United States.

What is the period of significance for East Broad Top Railroad?

The period of significance for East Broad Top Railroad is recorded as the civil_war era, specifically around 1871.

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