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Visit the Elgin County Railway Museum to see an authentic locomotive,
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Railway Capital of Canada
At its peak St. Thomas was an influential railway centre. It acted as a central location for a series of prominent railways and served as the primary stop on the Canadian shortcut between Detroit and Buffalo. By 1914 more than 100 trains passed through St. Thomas each day earning it the title of "The Railway Capital of Canada".
The railway had a tremendous effect in the shaping of St. Thomas. It brought jobs which in turn brought prosperity and population growth. Today, St. Thomas’s 36,000 person population is a testament to the railway’s influence.
Various museums and monuments dedicated to railway heritage give visitors the opportunity to delve into St. Thomas’s storied past. Attractions such as the annual "Day Out With Thomas", and the Port Stanley Terminal Rail train ride, provide interactive fun for the whole family! A local craft brewery and multiple vibrant railway themed festivals and events are sure to delight visitors of all ages, and no trip to St. Thomas is complete without a visit to the Jumbo monument to see the most famous elephant that ever lived!
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The railway played an important role in shaping the growth and development of the city of St. Thomas. |
The Iron Horse festival and a Day Out with Thomas are great family attractions during the summer. |
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Come to the great events hosted by CASO and the Railway museum. |
Travel back in time when railway ruled St. Thomas, with a visit to the Canada Southern Railway Station. |
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Visit one of the last remaining operational locomotive shops in North America! |
Come and take your picture with a life-sized statue of the most famous elephant in the world! |
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Climb Aboard and ride the rails on the Port Stanley Terminal Rail! |
Take a walk downtown to see these works of art in person. |
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Stop by the and take a 15 minute tour detailing the brewing process of this delicious local treat! |
Pick your package, make your reservation, then pack the car and go. |
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View an interactive map detailing all of the railway attractions Elgin County Has to offer. |
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Check out our
Calendar of Events to see what’s happening in Elgin and St. Thomas throughout the year.