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Reenactors during Last Spike Ceremony
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Reenactors during a May 10 ceremony
Reenactments of the Last Spike Ceremony which took place on May 10, 1869 can be seen during the summer season. Volunteers portray the dignitaries who were here on that day in 1869. Come and be a part of history every Saturday and holidays from May 10 through Labor Day at 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
 
No. 119 steam demostration
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No. 119 during steam demonstration
Steam Demonstrations are when the Jupiter and No. 119 locomotives move on the tracks. These demonstrations take place every day during the summer season (May 1 - Labor Day). For more click on photo.
Laurel wood tie at the Last Spike Site  

Did You Know?
The Golden Spike does not reside at Golden Spike NHS. We have the spot where the spike was placed during the Golden Spike ceremony.
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Last Updated: November 25, 2007 at 17:56 EST