The Great War Remembered:
World War I Reenactment Weekend
Featuring Maine’s 103rd Regiment for Living History and Owls Head Transportation Museum
Ride the Narrow Gauge railway back to WWI!
Board your train at Sheepscot station (97 Cross Road, Alna) for a 75 minute steam-powered ride through the wild pine forests, farmlands and hamlets of the Sheepscot Valley to Trout Brook. After a short layover to allow the locomotive to “run-around” the train, we’ll double-back to Alna Center for a historic surprise!
At Alna Center Maine’s 103rd Regiment Living History will be encamped. Stop in to learn about the 3rd Maine Regiment, which was raised as a State Guard to protect important parts of infrastructure, such as railroad facilities. Drills and activities will be ongoing throughout the weekend, with a special emphasis placed on how civilians on the home front were affected by and contributed to the war effort.
After our layover at the WWI encampment, we’ll return back to Sheepscot station where you’ll want to explore our railyard, examine our displays, and peruse our gift shop.
Ticket price includes the steam train ride, admission to the WWI encampment, as well as parking at Sheepscot. This event augments the usual Sheepscot Valley Steam Train ride, but at no additional cost.
Note that passengers requiring extra assistance, including those in wheelchairs can be accommodated on this train (however, detraining at Alna Center to view the encampment may be a challenge.) Well-behaved dogs are allowed at the discretion of the Conductor.
Trains for the WWI Reenactment Weekend depart Sheepscot station (97 Cross Road, Alna) promptly at their scheduled tines on Saturday May 16 and Sunday May 17.
We look forward to seeing you on the narrow gauge!
Mixed Train Sunday
On Sunday, May 17th, the WWI encampment will be reached by “Mixed Train”. This special immersive experience will illustrate how railroads of the era once handled both passengers and freight on a special combined train. Seating on the Mixed is very limited and participants are encouraged to dress in period-appropriate clothing. Click here for more details on the Mixed Train.
A No.1 Hobo Experience
The unique A No.1 Hobo Experience will be offered during the WWI Reenactment Weekend on both Saturday and Sunday. Participants will relive the thrill of riding the open rails without a care in the world – as a freeloading “tramp” aboard a WW&F mixed train! You will be seated in a modified historic, restored, livestock boxcar which features some windows and minimal seating. As it was not originally designed for passenger travel, this car is not suited for those with mobility issues or children under age 5. Climbing of stairs is required to hop aboard the train. We strongly encourage passengers taking part in the A-No.1 Hobo Experience to dress in ragged old clothing, suitable for the era. Who knows, you may run into “A-No.1” himself on his way to Portland! Click here for more details on the A No. 1 Hobo Experience.
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Quick Details
| Dates: | May 16 & 17 |
| Location: | 97 Cross Road, Alna, Maine. |
| Departure Times: | Sat: 11:00am, 1:00pm, & 3:00pm Sun: 10:00am & 1:00pm |
| Cost*: | $19.50 – Adults $9.75 – Youth (4-15) Children 3 and under are free. All participants in the A No.1 Hobo Experience are charged adult fare. *Does not include optional Zeffy ticketing fee. |
| Discounts: | Discounts available for groups of 10 or more, seniors, military (active or retired), WW&F Museum members, Mass Bay RRE members, and residents of Alna, Maine. |
| Duration: | 1.5 – 2 hours. |
| Ages: | All ages. |
| Accessibility: | Climbing of 2-3 stairs is required to board the historic train. |
| Pets: | Small, well behaved dogs allowed at the Conductor’s discretion. |
Air Support! Sat. 5/16 – 11am Train ONLY!
By special arrangement with our friends from Owls Head Transportation Museum – a WWI flyover is scheduled to take place during the 11am Saturday encampment inspection stop! Don’t miss this unique opportunity to ride the rails and view the skies!
Subject to weather and pilot availability, two WWI-era planes are scheduled to be “helping the State Guard with the security of the rail line” during the 11am trip on Saturday, May 16. Good photos should be available of the train, troops, and planes as they fly over the field at Alna Center. While there is no extra charge for this special event, seating is very limited and advance ticket purchase is highly recommended.
About 103rd Regiment Living History
103rd Regiment Living History is a group of WW1 living historians who set up educational displays and encampments in New England, depicting the common Doughboy.
WWI Model Plane Display
During the World War I Reenactment Weekend local modeler and aviator Jay Wiley will be exhibiting model aircraft used in WWI. Be sure to visit his display inside the Car Barn Exhibit Hall.
Weather & Cancellations
The World War I Reenactment Weekend will take place rain or shine (please dress accordingly.) If extreme weather is predicted, all passengers will be notified via email or phone, and given the option to reschedule or receive a full refund.
Memorable Excursion
Another memorable excursion on a beautiful day! The Sheepscot Valley Steam Train Tour was awesome and the staff was absolutely amazing! There was a great World War 1 Reenactment with the 103rd Regiment Living History where the war was remembered. The conductor and train crew narrated the facts while riding the rails of the Narrow Gauge through scenic Alna located next to Wiscasset, Maine.
‧ Cynthia T. via Google
