The Duke Energy Holiday Trains made their debut in 1946. Since then, 300 train cars and 50 locomotives have steamed past generations along 1,000 feet of track.

They’re back once again to delight generations visiting for the 79th and the first time alike at the Cincinnati Museum Center at Union Terminal.

Guests can get track-level views of the incredibly detailed layout and a unique overhead look at the mini metropolis. As part of the preview, enjoy a tour through the workshop as trainmasters show how they keep a Cincinnati tradition chugging along for nearly their eighth decade.

You can also tour train layouts from 1904, the 1930s, 1960s and more, plus catch up with friends like Thomas the Tank Engine and dress your own snowman. Our custom-built LEGO gallery also returns, filling the sp

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