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The Engineering Navigator is a prototype AI-powered platform that connects students, families, and educators to engineering opportunities across the U.S. To show the power of this tool, we're focusing on North Carolina, where we're mapping local events and programs to show what's possible when communities are connected.
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9 railroad Events Found
The Mystery Express: Secrets in Bloom
Interactive mystery experience on historic trains running March 21 & 22, 2026. Features railroad engineering and transportation technology in an educational entertainment format.
National Railroad Museum
Free
3/21/26
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Mar
21
The Mystery Express: Secrets in Bloom
Interactive mystery experience on historic trains running March 21 & 22, 2026. Features railroad engineering and transportation technology in an educational entertainment format.
Free
In-Person
Mar 21, 2026
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01-18-2026
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Mystery Express
A thrilling murder mystery set in 1950s at the Fox River Garden Society gala. Multiple sessions available: 5:30 PM and 7:30 PM on both March 21-22, 2026. Players work in teams to solve puzzles and ciphers while enjoying 1950s ambiance. Each session runs approximately one hour. 1950s era attire encouraged. Tickets go on sale December 29, 2025.
National Railroad Museum - Fox River Expansion
$40.00 - Tickets...
$40.00 - Tickets must be purchased in sets of 2, includes 2 drink tickets
3/21/26
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Mar
21
Mystery Express
A thrilling murder mystery set in 1950s at the Fox River Garden Society gala. Multiple sessions available: 5:30 PM and 7:30 PM on both March 21-22, 2026. Players work in teams to solve puzzles and ciphers while enjoying 1950s ambiance. Each session runs approximately one hour. 1950s era attire encouraged. Tickets go on sale December 29, 2025.
$40.00 - Tickets...
$40.00 - Tickets must be purchased in sets of 2, includes 2 drink tickets
In-Person
Mar 21, 11:30 PM ET
02-10-2026
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Tales on the Rails
A new event at the National Railroad Museum running March 28 & 29, 2026. Features storytelling combined with historic trains and railroad engineering education.
National Railroad Museum
Free
3/28/26
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Mar
28
Tales on the Rails
A new event at the National Railroad Museum running March 28 & 29, 2026. Features storytelling combined with historic trains and railroad engineering education.
Free
In-Person
Mar 28, 2026
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01-18-2026
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Tracks to the Future: Railroad Transportation and Engineering
A week-long program for students grades 9-11 focusing on railroad transportation and engineering. Students learn about modern railroad technology, environmental benefits, and energy efficiency of rail transport. Includes engaging sessions, hands-on activities, and field visits to railroad facilities. Covers track, equipment, and communications/control systems.
Michigan Technological University
Available at no...
Available at no cost thanks to sponsorship from partners
6/21/26
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21
Tracks to the Future: Railroad Transportation and Engineering
A week-long program for students grades 9-11 focusing on railroad transportation and engineering. Students learn about modern railroad technology, environmental benefits, and energy efficiency of rail transport. Includes engaging sessions, hands-on activities, and field visits to railroad facilities. Covers track, equipment, and communications/control systems.
Available at no...
Available at no cost thanks to sponsorship from partners
In-Person
Jun 21, 2026
Engineering
Transportation
Railroad
Environmental
Field Trips
Hands-On Learning
Summer Camp
Sponsored
01-15-2026
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Branch 15 - 46th Annual Antiques and Collectables Swap Meet at Powerland
Two-day antiques and collectables swap meet featuring more than 100 vendors. Saturday runs from 7 AM to 6 PM, Sunday from 7 AM to 1 PM. The Willow Creek Railroad trains and Oregon Electric Railway Museum trolley will be operating on Saturday. Vendor stall fees are $45. Pre-registration available with PayPal payment option.
Powerland Heritage Park
$8.00 - Saturday...
$8.00 - Saturday General Admission: $8 per person - Children 12 and under FREE. Free Admission on Sunday, June 28!
6/27/26
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27
Branch 15 - 46th Annual Antiques and Collectables Swap Meet at Powerland
Two-day antiques and collectables swap meet featuring more than 100 vendors. Saturday runs from 7 AM to 6 PM, Sunday from 7 AM to 1 PM. The Willow Creek Railroad trains and Oregon Electric Railway Museum trolley will be operating on Saturday. Vendor stall fees are $45. Pre-registration available with PayPal payment option.
$8.00 - Saturday...
$8.00 - Saturday General Admission: $8 per person - Children 12 and under FREE. Free Admission on Sunday, June 28!
In-Person
Jun 27, 6:00 PM ET
02-10-2026
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Willow Creek Railroad Open House
Join us for the Open House! Sunday, July 28, 2026 from 10AM to 4PM. Enter from the parking lot on the south side of the park. Follow the signs.
Powerland Heritage Park
Free
7/28/26
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Jul
28
Willow Creek Railroad Open House
Join us for the Open House! Sunday, July 28, 2026 from 10AM to 4PM. Enter from the parking lot on the south side of the park. Follow the signs.
Free
In-Person
Jul 28, 8:00 PM ET
02-11-2026
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Willow Creek Railroad Open House
Join us for the Labor Day weekend Open House! Sunday, September 6, 2026 from 10AM to 4PM. Enter from the parking lot on the south side of the park. Follow the signs.
Powerland Heritage Park
Free
9/6/26
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Sep
6
Willow Creek Railroad Open House
Join us for the Labor Day weekend Open House! Sunday, September 6, 2026 from 10AM to 4PM. Enter from the parking lot on the south side of the park. Follow the signs.
Free
In-Person
Sep 6, 8:00 PM ET
02-13-2026
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The Great Pumpkin Train
Family-friendly fall celebration including train ride to pumpkin patch, live entertainment, crafts, trick-or-treat, games, balloon animals, haunted house, and handcar operation. Event runs 9 AM to 5 PM both days. Tickets include pumpkin to take home. Rain or shine event.
National Railroad Museum
$20.00 - Per per...
$20.00 - Per person, children under 2 are free
10/10/26
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10
The Great Pumpkin Train
Family-friendly fall celebration including train ride to pumpkin patch, live entertainment, crafts, trick-or-treat, games, balloon animals, haunted house, and handcar operation. Event runs 9 AM to 5 PM both days. Tickets include pumpkin to take home. Rain or shine event.
$20.00 - Per per...
$20.00 - Per person, children under 2 are free
In-Person
Oct 10, 2:00 PM ET
02-10-2026
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The Great Pumpkin Train
Family-friendly fall celebration including train ride to pumpkin patch, live entertainment, crafts, trick-or-treat, games, balloon animals, haunted house, and handcar operation. Event runs 9 AM to 5 PM both days. Tickets include pumpkin to take home. Rain or shine event.
National Railroad Museum
$20.00 - Per per...
$20.00 - Per person, children under 2 are free
10/11/26
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Oct
11
The Great Pumpkin Train
Family-friendly fall celebration including train ride to pumpkin patch, live entertainment, crafts, trick-or-treat, games, balloon animals, haunted house, and handcar operation. Event runs 9 AM to 5 PM both days. Tickets include pumpkin to take home. Rain or shine event.
$20.00 - Per per...
$20.00 - Per person, children under 2 are free
In-Person
Oct 11, 2:00 PM ET
02-10-2026
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