The Ludlow Heritage Museum and Historic Society is celebrating its railroad legacy on October 5 from 3-8 p.m. with a festival on the City Plaza (49 Elm St.) featuring visits to the one remaining building of the old rail yard used as a Storehouse for supplies and Offices.
This structure, now designated as an architectural landmark, is a 125-year-old Victorian Industrial structure the Museum is endeavoring to restore as the future home of the Museum and a community education and events center.
The Heritage Museum, Train Viewing Platform, and the historic caboose on the plaza will be open for tours with local expert commentary.
Two authors of Ludlow and Northern Kentucky history, Dave Schroeder and Bob Schrage, will be on hand to talk about their books, and copies will be available for purchase.
Food and refreshments will be available, and entertainment provided by two local bands. Local businesses, civic groups and artisans will have booths for information and sales of their work.
Ludlow as seen and known today is the result of a decision Cincinnati Southern Railway made in the 1870s to build its main rail yard in the community to service the Cincinnati to Chattanooga route.
The city wants to keep that history alive for the many local rail fans and history buffs.
This festival will be both fun and informative — Saturday, October 5, 3-8 p.m. at Ludlow City Plaza, 49 Elm St.
Ludlow Heritage Museum and Historic Society