Get ready for an extraordinary journey through rail history and modern transit with Eric Oszustowicz's February presentation, featuring high-definition videos and stunning still images. The program will showcase rare 1984 photographs of the Erie Lackawanna MU commuter cars during their final months of operation, commemorating the 40th anniversary of their last run. It begins with 2024 footage of trains in New York City, breathtaking views of the Canadian Rockies, and scenes from Seattle and Vancouver, including Amtrak’s Cascades. Eric’s wife, Mary, contributes videos from Wroclaw, Poland, and a Canadian Pacific steam train adventure. The presentation also dives behind the scenes of the New York subway system, with vintage photos from the 1980s and rare Boston transit images. With its blend of history, artistry, and modern marvels, this three-to-four-hour event promises to captivate and inspire. Read More

For January, ERA’s longtime conventions and international trip chairman and past editor of Headlights Jack May will present highlights from his recent trip to the United Kingdom. Discover the latest in light rail developments, including new extensions in Blackpool, Birmingham, and Edinburgh, Britain's first tram-train in Sheffield, and updated railcars in Newcastle. Jack will also explore historic tram sites like Beamish, Crich, and Seaton, and provide updates on London’s transit systems, including the Elizabeth Line. Don’t miss this engaging journey through the past and present of UK transit! Read More