Brattleboro, Vt. – Rail fans, history buffs, and all those interested in the future of passenger train service in the U.S. are invited to attend a multimedia presentation at the Brattleboro Museum & Art Center—located in Brattleboro’s historic Union Station building—on Thursday, September 9.

Computer-generated artist’s rendition of California’s new high-speed passenger train BMAC

Carl Fowler and Christopher Parker of Windham County, Vermont, are teaming up to present “The Demise and Return of Passenger Train Service in America” in connection with BMAC’s exhibit of historical train photos by O. Winston Link. The presentation begins at 7:30 p.m. Doors will open an hour earlier for anyone wishing to view the museum’s exhibits beforehand. Admission is $6 for adults, $4 for seniors, $3 for students, free for BMAC members.

Founded in 1972, the Brattleboro Museum & Art Center presents art and ideas in ways that inspire, educate, and engage people of all ages. Each season features compelling new exhibits of contemporary artwork by regional and internationally acclaimed artists, complemented by lectures, artist talks, film screenings, and other public programs. Located in historic Union Station in downtown Brattleboro, at the intersection of Main Street (Route 5) and Routes 119 and 142, the Museum is wheelchair accessible. For more information call 802-257-0124

Or visit www.brattleboromuseum.org

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