"Trolley Wires to Rubber Tires"

Past event
Jul 28, 2021, 7 to 8 PM

James 'Jim' Jones' debut presentation of the Burlington Traction Company, "Trolley Wire to Rubber Tires", featuring Burlington's street railroads from the 1885 horse railroad through the electric trolley era to the bus lines will be hosted by the Grand Isle Historical Society Wednesday, July 28 at 7 PM at the Corners/Block School, 228/230 US Rt 2 (next to the elementary school). Jim Jones is well known for his presentations on the Rutland Railroad and the section known as "The Island Line." Presentation is immediately following the Annual Meeting of the Historical Society which begins at 6:30 at the Corners/Block School.

Free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be available. The Hyde Log Cabin and Worthen Barn will be open to those attending.

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