Product Description

In the early 1900s, travelers could go anywhere by train. America's train stations provided a doorway to the world, becoming the heart of each community. They were part of everyday life serving as a backdrop for many mileposts in our country's history. From these stations, loved ones tearfully said goodbye as soldiers departed for two World Wars and cheered these heroes on their return. Presidential candidates criss-crossed the country bringing their message to the people from each station's platform.

Pennsylvania Train Stations - Restored and Revitalized takes viewers on an unconventional journey to uncover the richness of these beautiful memorials to railroading and meet the people who saved them. Produced by Penn State Public Broadcasting, this film captures the charm and nostalgic beauty of stations brought back to life in exciting and unusual ways.

Features segments on Pennsylvania landmarks such as:
- DiSalvo's Station Restaurant (Latrobe, Westmoreland County)
- The Frame Station & Gallery (Berwyn, Chester County)
- The Public Library (California, Washington County)
- Shoeyville (Shoemakersville, Berks County)
- Chestnut Ridge Station (Palmerton, Carbon County)
- East Mahanoy Junction (Barnesville, Schuylkill County)
- The Station Restaurant (Tarentum, Allegheny County)
- Union Street Station (Pottsville, Schuylkill County)
- Youghiogheny Glass (Connellsville, Fayette County)
- Stoneboro Station (Clarks Mills, Mercer County)
- Historical Museum (Beaver, Beaver County)
- Seiple Station (Sunbury, Northumberland County)
- Woodring Station (Sunbury, Northumberland County)
- Columbia Station (Phoenixville, Chester County)
- Tourist & Promotion Agency (Washington, Washington County)
- The Pennsylvanian Apartments (Pittsburgh, Allegheny County)

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #91400 in DVD
• Brand: INECOM ENT.
• Released on: 2007-11-13
• Rating: NR (Not Rated)
• Aspect ratio: 1.33:1
• Formats: Color, DVD, NTSC
• Original language: English
• Number of discs: 1
• Dimensions: 1.00 pounds
• Running time: 56 minutes

Features

• In the early 1900s, travelers could go anywhere by train. America s train stations provided a doorway to the world, becoming the heart of each community. They were part of everyday life serving as a backdrop for many mileposts in our country s history. From these stations, loved ones tearfully said goodbye as soldiers departed for two World Wars and cheered these heroes on their return. Presidenti

Review
'A charming film. It brings attention to something quintessentially American, and to the people who love history enough to keep it alive.' --Amanda Bittle, BlogCritics.org

Review
'Nostalgia triumphs in Pennsylvania Train Stations - Restored and Revitalized, a wonderful documentary showing how a group of historic train stations have been saved by some enthusiastic citizens. What fun it is to admire the rich architecture of these remarkable buildings and see the various ways they are being used today! Nothing short of inspirational.' --Betty Jo Tucker, ReelTalkReviews.com

Customer Reviews

Excellent tour of 16 restored railroad stations.
Great photography and narration about Pennsylvania's historic railroad stations that were saved from the wrecker's ball.

Transformations
Made in 2002 for Pennsylvania public television. Perservationists can justly applaud these conversions of train stations to alternate uses. The film, however, is primarily talking heads congratulating themselves for a job well-done and promoting the businesses therein. Very little of the actual renovations is shown and even less of the station's history: we don't even learn what lines most of these served. The occasional historic photos are not identified; why are all those people lining the tracks? This is a pleasant excursion, but I believe train buffs would be sorely disappointed. Of greatest value to groups and individuals seeking to save endangered landmarks.

PA Train Stations...a must buy
Awesome documentary concerning the revitalization and reuse of old train stations. A must for rail fans..