Amtrak Tapestries
Description: The Chesapeake and Ohio Railway (reporting marks C&O, CO) was a Class I railroad formed in 1869 in Virginia from several smaller Virginia railroads begun in the 19th century. Led by industrialist Collis P. Huntington, it reached from Virginia's capital city of Richmond to the Ohio River by 1873, where the railroad town (and later city) of Huntington, West Virginia, was named for him.
Description: Celebrate America's premier high-speed passenger train with this stunning stained glass inspired artwork featuring the iconic Acela. Set against famous American landmarks, this detailed illustration captures the speed, innovation and modern engineering that make Acela the flagship of Amtrak's Northeast Corridor. Perfect for railway enthusiasts, train lovers, engineering fans and collectors of unique locomotive artwork. Part of the Famous Trains of the World – Heritage Stained Glass Collection, celebrating legendary locomotives and rail icons from around the globe.
Description: Historically, the Hiawathas were operated by the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railroad (also known as the "Milwaukee Road"), and initially traveled from Chicago to the Twin Cities. The first Hiawatha trains ran in 1935. By 1948, there were five routes carrying the Hiawatha name: Chicago–Minneapolis, Chicago–Omaha, Chicago–Wausau–Minocqua, Chicago–Ontanogan, and Chicago-Minneapolis-Seattle.
