Today is National Train Day. Around the country, Amtrak is holding celebrations.

One of the largest events is right here in Washington. If you’re free this morning, you should head over to Union Station for music, exhibits, and a chance to learn more about our national railroad.

This year is especially symbolic, since Amtrak turned 40 last Sunday. As a part of this celebration, Amtrak has released a video, called “Amtrak: The First 40 Years.” I hope you enjoyed the trailer.

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Tagged: amtrak, transit, union station, video

Matt Johnson has lived in the Washington area since 2007. He has a Master’s in Planning from the University of Maryland and a BS in Public Policy from Georgia Tech. He lives in Dupont Circle. He’s a member of the American Institute of Certified Planners, and is an employee of the Montgomery County Department of Transportation. His views are his own and do not represent those of his employer.